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Trainee Administration Officer (12 Month Fixed Term)
Salary Range: $13,790.39 - $35,855.05 pro-rata per annum
Location: Spence Street and Martyn Street Depot
Reference Number: 12989
Close Date: Sunday 13 October 2019
Enhance your career by joining Cairns Regional Council, one of the largest employers in the Cairns region. Our commitment to delivering high quality services to the community means we need talented, committed people – we need you!
Cairns Regional Council is currently seeking a Trainee Administration Officer to join our Finance Department.
Primary Objective of the position:
- To obtain Certificate III in Business qualification.
- To provide administrative service to the Business Support Unit, Shared Services Branch and Procurement and Payables Branch.
- Assist in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, cross training and procedural efficiencies.
To be successful in this role you must have:
- Grade 10 or 12 Certificate or suitable qualifications relevant to secretarial and clerical work.
- Demonstrated ability to display tact, integrity and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
- Ability to communicate with Council officers and general public.
For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria please ensure you obtain a copy of the information kit and how to apply by scrolling to the Position Description area, then clicking on "Open" to download the attachment.
How to Apply:
Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:
- Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
- Copy of your Resume.
Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.
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Pre-Employment Assessment:
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following assessments/checks:
- Pre‑employment medical assessment, which will include a functional assessment and drug and alcohol test.
- National Police/Criminal History Check.
- Practical Assessment
- Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
- Computer Skills Assessment
- Qualification/Licence Verification
- Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
- Right to Work in Australia Check
- Directorship Check
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Employment Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:
- Permanent resident of Australia
- Australian Citizen
- New Zealand Citizen
- Entitlement to Work Visa
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We off the following benefits:
- 19 day month
- Up to 5 weeks’ annual leave12% contribution to superannuation
- Annual leave loading
- Subsidised Corporate Uniform
- Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym/swimming pool)
- On-going opportunities for learning and professional development relevant to the position
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