Business Traineeship - Expression of Interest

Expression of Interest – Business Traineeship Opportunities

Are you interested in kick-starting your career in business administration with a leading WA organisation?

We are seeking Expressions of Interest from enthusiastic and motivated individuals keen to be considered for future Business Traineeship opportunities at Western Power.

About the Traineeship 

While this is not a current vacancy, registering your interest now means you'll be among the first to hear when our next Business Traineeship Program opens. This 12-month program provides an entry-level pathway into Western Power, combining hands-on experience with formal training to complete a Certificate III in Business.

This opportunity is ideal for recent school leavers — particularly those who left school within the past two years.

What We Look For

Successful future candidates will typically demonstrate:

• Some experience in a customer service or administrative role (paid, school-based, or volunteer)
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• A willingness to learn, with a reliable and punctual attitude
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• Minimum C grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
• Residency in Western Australia and status as an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Willingness to provide a National Police Clearance

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.

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. 

Learn more about Western Power here: About (westernpower.com.au) 

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