Kickstart Your Career in People & Culture with the NSW Government!

Do you thrive behind the scenes, keeping things organised and running smoothly?
Love supporting teams, managing information, and making a real impact on workplace culture?
Looking to earn while you learn and build a meaningful career in public sector administration and people operations?
If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

About the Opportunity

The 1000 NSW Public Sector Apprentices and Trainees Program is offering two exciting 24-month traineeships in Certificate IV in Business with the Office of Sport. Two positions are offered, with one of the roles designated for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified candidate.

Locations

You’ll rotate across several vibrant Office of Sport locations:

• Penrith Whitewater Stadium – Cranebrook, New South Wales
• Office of Sport Head Office – Sydney Olympic Park, New South Wales

What You’ll Do

Penrith Whitewater Stadium - Role Description

• Office-based support role using technology to manage business operations with a focus on accuracy and detail
• Involves direct customer service and client liaison across phone and in-person interactions
• Handles administrative tasks using Excel, Word, finance tools, booking systems, and other applications
• Supports event coordination through attendee registration, fee collection, and on-site admin assistance

People and Culture Trainee – Identified - Role Description

• Office-based position using technology, focused on strong attention to detail

• Involves direct interaction with employees and candidates across various HR functions
• Provides support in recruitment, health and safety, learning and development, and HR systems
• Handles admin tasks, email communication, training delivery, and project-based work using tools like Excel and Word

Why Join the Office of Sport?

We’re the lead NSW Government agency for sport and active recreation, committed to helping communities thrive through movement, connection, and strong internal support systems.
Learn more: Office of Sport | NSW Government

Video - Come Join our Team - Office of Sport

How to Apply - *Do not use the 'apply now' button at the bottom of the page*

Click APPLY NOW and submit:

• A completed Expression of Interest
• Your resume
• A short statement explaining why you’re excited to undertake this traineeship

If you are applying for the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role, you must also provide:

Written confirmation from at least two (2) Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the following three criteria:

• Is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
• Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
• Is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community

Applications close: Sunday, 5th October 2025 at 11:59pm

For more information about the role, use this link - The 1000 NSW Public Sector Apprentices and Trainees Program | NSW Government

If you have any questions about the positions, please contact - recruitment.1000@det.nsw.edu.au 

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Office of Sport celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from:

• Women
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• People with disability
• LGBTQIA+ communities
• People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

We’ll provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need support, please contact us and let us know your preferred method of communication.

Important Information

Please note the Penrith Whitewater Stadium Traineeship is a child-related position. You’ll need to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and undergo a National Criminal Records Check before employment can be confirmed.
Learn more: Office of the Children’s Guardian

You also will be required to complete a medical clearance check at the end of your traineeship. Please contact us if you have any questions around this process.

*Do not use the apply now button at the bottom of the page, use the APPLY NOW link above*