Griffith City Council

Trainee – IT Support Administrator – 2 Year Term

Griffith is one of the most vibrant regional economies in Australia with a large export sector and mature and developing enterprises in value-added food & wine production, retail, residential and industrial development, tourism and agriculture. The city boasts a cosmopolitan lifestyle that has a young & diverse multi-cultural population with authentic cafes and the region’s renowned wine producers. Griffith City Council is proactive and energetic and passionate about creating ongoing opportunities for our growing population.

Council is seeking applications from enthusiastic motivated individuals for the following position.

TRAINEE IT SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR (Permanent Term appointment – 2 years)

The purpose of the Trainee IT Support Administrator is to assist in the maintenance and support of Council’s IT systems. Their main purpose is to help ensure that hardware, software, and networks function smoothly by providing technical support to staff, troubleshooting issues, and learning how to manage IT resources effectively.

This entry-level, Pathways 2680 traineeship is open to individuals from all backgrounds, not just recent school leavers, and is ideal for someone highly motivated, eager to learn, and enthusiastic about gaining on-the-job experience. As a trainee, you will work towards a nationally accredited qualification while acquiring practical knowledge and skills to set you up for success in the industry.

Skills & Knowledge: The successful applicant will require a basic understanding of computer systems, strong problem-solving skills, and good communication abilities to assist users effectively.

Hours of work: 35 hours per week. 

Salary and conditions:  $803.30 per week plus superannuation. Award increase applicable from July 2025.  Remuneration offered will be in accordance with clause 32C wage rates of the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

Griffith City Council offers;   

• Location & Lifestyle
• Pro rata annual leave
• Pro rata sick leave each year
• Career Development opportunities
• Employee Health & Assistance programs
• Access to the fitness passport program
• Fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience
• 100% of training and study costs paid for by Council

Special conditions: Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.

Applications close: Monday 16 June 2025

For any questions about the role, please contact Mike Gaze on 1300 176 077.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. People with disability are encouraged to reach out so they can be supported in recruitment processes, to enable them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.