Indigenous Business Admin Trainee in Penrith

This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Person. Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Applicants will be required to provide confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity in line with University requirements.

10x Full-Time, Fixed-term positions for 12 months, commencing in 2027. Based across Western Sydney Universities campuses, including Parramatta, Campbeltown, Hawkesbury (Richmond) and Kingswood (Penrith) campuses. Salary: HEW level 1 $63,646-$66,176, plus super & leave loading.

About the Ignite Indigenous Traineeship Program: The Ignite Indigenous Traineeship Program provides Indigenous peoples of Greater Western Sydney with the opportunity to gain on-the-job training alongside vocational education and training (VET) in a large higher education organisation.

About the Role: As a Business Administration Trainee, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on administration experience within a business environment while undertaking VET studies over a 12-month period. The main aspects of the role will include:

• Completing a Certificate III in Business
• Providing service/administrative support to the workplace supervisor and business unit
• Maintaining record keeping and filing systems
• Using computerised information systems and related technologies
• Prioritising own and other adhoc tasks to meet required deadlines
• Working collaboratively with your workplace supervisor and colleagues
• Building and maintaining professional workplace relations with internal and external stakeholders

There are multiple full-time, fixed term roles on offer for 12-months, commencing in 2027. These positions will be based in the multiple Schools, Divisions and or Institutes across Western Sydney University. Please note that some of these roles may be shared between two or more of business units within the university, and a trainee may need to travel between campuses.

Applicants will be asked to rank the above opportunities across the Western Sydney University campuses in order of preference as part of the application process.

About You: To be considered for this opportunity, you must:

• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Person.
• Have completed a year 9 level of schooling or equivalent.
• Have an interest in general business administration duties.
• Display a commitment to enrol and complete a Certificate III in Business (Administration) traineeship for 12 months.
• Must not have completed any formal education or training resulting in a qualification.

For appointment to the position with The College, it is a mandatory requirement for the incumbent of this position to have a current NSW Employee Working with Children Clearance in accordance with the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Community and Connection: Be part of a vibrant Indigenous community with opportunities to connect through staff networks, mentoring, cultural events and Indigenous-led initiatives.
• Paid Cultural and Ceremonial Leave: Indigenous employees are entitled to 5 days of paid leave and 10 days of unpaid leave each year to participate in cultural and ceremonial activities and fulfil community obligations.
• Culturally Responsive Wellbeing Support: Access dedicated wellbeing services, including culturally responsive Employee Assistance Program support Indigenous employees and their families.
• Flexible Work and Exceptional Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, Fitness Passport, generous leave provisions, staff discounts and access to a wide range of University facilities and services.

Application Timeline: Advertisement: The job posting will be closing at 11:59pm on Sunday 8th November 2026. Shortlisting: Following the application closing date, all applications will go through a shortlisting process, which can take up to 2 weeks. Interviews: Interviews will be conducted in a face-to-face setting on our Parramatta South Campus. Commencement: The successful applicants will commence in February 2027.

Position Enquiries: Please contact Brody O’Brien at B.O’Brien@westernsydney.edu.au for any questions about the position. Please include the job reference code REF1833A in your email.

How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western: This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities.