Working in the Department
Traineeship Vacancies
The Government Youth Traineeship Program provides young South Australians opportunities to enter government through 12-month traineeships. Trainees undertake vocational training through a Registered Training Organisation, eg TAFE and practical work experience in a government department. The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) recruits over 30 trainees every year and provides additional training, support and networking opportunities.
Some examples of traineeships offered in DPTI are:
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Certificate 2 or 3 in Business (clerical processing – office administration)
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Certificate 2 or 3 in Government
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Certificate 2 or 3 in Information Technology
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Certificate 2 or 3 in Plant Operations
Upon successful completion of a traineeship, DPTI seeks to offer ongoing employment where possible. Alternatively assistance is given to find employment elsewhere.
Current Traineeship Vacancies
For current 2012 traineeship vacancies, please see www.dpti.sa.gov.au/careers
Who can apply?
Young people between the ages of 17-24 (inclusive) who live in South Australia and have:
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completed Year 11 or SACE Stage 1 (a small number of traineeships only require completion of Year 10); or
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graduated from or are undertaking vocational training with a Registered Training Provider eg TAFE.
Young people between the ages of 17-28 (inclusive) who live in South Australia and have met the minimum level of schooling identified above are also encouraged to apply if they:
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are Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islanders
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have a declared disability
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are long-term unemployed (12 months or more)
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are currently or have been under the Guardianship of the Minister for Families and Communities.
You can apply for a traineeship at any time during the year. For further information contact the Cultural Consultant, Aboriginal Engagement.
Application process
See South Australian Government Notice of Vacancies. Trainee positions advertised will include:
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Traineeship Application Form
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Traineeship Information (includes guide on preparing your resume and interview tips)
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Job and Person Specification
There will be a 14 day closing date for all positions.
Payment for trainees
Trainees are paid a pro-rata, according to age, of the annual salary range of $19,121 - $26,554, including 9 per cent superannuation.
Training and development
Trainees employed by DPTI are registered with a Registered Training Organisation that will provide nationally accredited training.
Guarantee of employment
Trainees who have performed to the standards expected by DPTI and who have met all the learning criteria within their award will be offered ongoing status, providing there is a position within the division of DPTI to offer that person.
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If you are aged 17 to 28 years and are seeking an opportunity to gain on the job experience and an opportunity to complete Certificates 2 or 3, a traineeship will provide all of these options for you.
To register your interest or for more information contact the:
Cultural Consultant, Aboriginal Engagement
DPTI Corporate Human Resources
GPO Box 1533
Adelaide SA 5001
Phone: (08) 8343 2758
Email: Cultural Consultant, Aboriginal Engagement
