People & Culture Trainee

• Salary $43,024.80 to $49,280.40 p/a + super
• Fixed Term Full Time Contract – Up to 2 years
• Structured on-the-job traineeship with practical experience across multiple HR functions

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, Ku-ring-gai Council is a progressive and community-focused local government organisation committed to delivering high-quality services to its residents. Our team plays a vital role in shaping the future of the area, ensuring a sustainable and vibrant community for generations to come.

About the role

As a People & Culture Trainee, you will support the delivery of key initiatives that enhance the employee experience and contribute to a positive organisational culture. You’ll rotate through the four service units within our People & Culture business unit, gaining valuable exposure to recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, WHS, payroll, learning and development, and more.

Reporting to the Learning & Development Partner, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to routine enquiries and escalate complex matters as needed
• Assist with administrative duties including data entry, purchase orders, and maintaining P&C records
• Support recruitment activities such as job ads, interview scheduling, and pre-employment checks
• Help coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation and inductions
• Assist with WHS and risk management tasks such as incident reporting and compliance record maintenance
• Support learning and development programs by coordinating training and tracking attendance
• Contribute to reporting requirements including quarterly metrics and workforce management strategies

Qualifications, skills & experience

• Completed HSC or equivalent (no prior HR experience required – full training provided)
• Willingness and capacity to complete a Certificate IV in Human Resources Management
• Ability to interpret information, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively in a diverse team
• Experience managing tasks, meeting deadlines, and adapting in a dynamic workplace
• Eagerness to learn, develop new skills, and grow within the People & Culture field
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and ability to prioritise multiple tasks
• Well-developed literacy and numeracy skills
• Basic proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and a willingness to learn more

* Salary for this position is as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

* Candidates must be enrolled in and studying the qualification for the duration of the employment term in order to be eligible

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Free onsite parking
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
• Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Work within a beautiful community-focused local government
• Be part of a council that values diversity, wellbeing, and innovation

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Please contact Kelly Khuu – 9424 0759

Closes: 11:30pm, Wednesday 15 October 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer