Business Trainee - Entry-Level Opportunity

Business Trainee – Entry-Level Opportunity (12-Month Maximum Term)

Join Western Power’s Early Careers Program and kickstart your career in administration while contributing to a cleaner energy future. Based at one of our Perth locations, this full-time traineeship offers hands-on experience and a nationally accredited Certificate III in Business. Ideal for recent school leavers ready to take the first step into the workforce

Your Role in Action  

• Complete a Certificate III in Business while gaining practical experience

• Provide administrative support across various business units
• Assist with data entry, document management, and reporting tasks
• Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders
• Learn and apply safety, operational, and technical procedures
• Collaborate with team members to meet deadlines and business goals
• Participate in development workshops and mentoring sessions
• Uphold Western Power’s values and contribute to a positive workplace culture

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Recently completed Year 11 or Year 12, or graduated in 2023 or 2024.
• Some experience (paid, volunteer, or school-based) in admin or customer service
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Willingness to learn, reliable, and punctual
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Minimum C grades in Year 10 English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Reside in WA and be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: 

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. 
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.   
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.

• On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

Applications close on 28 October 2025

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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