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Kickstart Your Career with a Traineeship!   If you’re a recent school leaver, we have the perfect traineeship opportunity for you! This is your chance to get paid, gain hands-on experience and earn a nationally recognised qualification.  About the Host Employer  Banyule City Council is an award-winning organisation that prides itself on a customer-focused culture of innovation, best practice and continuous improvement. We uphold an enviable reputation for customer service and work diligently to maintain high-quality services to provide the best possible opportunities and outcomes for the community we represent. Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation and rights for everyone: principles which empower, foster harmony and increase the well-being of an inclusive community. This position will commence in January 2027. The Role on Offer  In this traineeship, you will support the City Design team with project administration, documentation, community engagement activities and day-to-day tasks that contribute to open space, streetscape and place-based projects. Reporting to the Senior Open Space Planner, you will work alongside experienced professionals to learn Council processes, maintain project records, assist with site inspections, and support project delivery. This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical skills in project coordination, stakeholder engagement and local government operations while contributing to projects that enhance Banyule's public spaces and community environments. Key Responsibilities  Provide administrative support for open space, city design, streetscape and place-based projects. Maintain project records, meeting notes, action lists and documentation using Council systems and templates. Assist with site inspections, including collecting photos, observations and basic project information. Support the preparation of project correspondence, presentations, community engagement materials and reports. Collate and summarise community and stakeholder feedback for project teams. Assist with project administration, purchasing processes and record keeping. Liaise with key stakeholders, including the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation, regarding project requirements. Provide routine information and support to Council staff, consultants and community members, escalating enquiries when required. Follow Council policies, procedures, workplace health and safety requirements, and records management practices. Contribute to the successful delivery of projects that enhance Banyule’s public spaces and community environments. What We're Looking For We are seeking a friendly, proactive and organised individual with strong written and verbal communication skills and a genuine interest in administration, project support, community engagement, open space planning or local government. The ideal candidate will be confident using Microsoft Office programs, able to follow established procedures and work effectively within a busy team environment. You will enjoy building positive relationships with colleagues and community members, have a willingness to learn, and demonstrate flexibility to occasionally work afternoons or evenings. A current Working with Children's Check and Police Check (or willingness to obtain), would be advantageous. A current driver's licence is desirable. Why do a Traineeship?  Paid employment, earn while you learn   Fully funded nationally recognised Certificate III or IV qualification  Gain real-world, hands-on industry experience   Ongoing support and guidance from experienced supervisors   Dedicated Employment Coach, and Mentor for Indigenous candidates  This role is suitable for recent secondary school leavers. Applicants are encouraged to clearly outline their skills, experience and suitability for this traineeship in their application.  Only First Nations people are eligible to apply for this position. This action constitutes a special measure under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).   Apply today and start building a career you can be proud of!   AFL SportsReady is a not-for-profit company dedicated to helping young Australians develop careers through traineeships, cadetships, direct employment and educational opportunities.