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This program is called 'Yuranha', which means to grow in Wiradjuri language.
If you haven’t worked somewhere like DCJ before, the Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES) team has partnered with registered training organisations (RTOs) to create this program to get you upskilled and ready for a role with us.
Our partners have longstanding expertise in specialised training and education. The staff have been delivering training to Aboriginal communities for many years and are well aware of the needs and ambitions of our communities across NSW.
For DCJ, employing a trainee means preparing the future workforce for the business and provides the capacity to develop future leader pipelines in-house by targeting entry-level talent. Providing job opportunities for young people and/or mature aged jobseekers is essential in developing the skills base of tomorrow, particularly in areas where we have struggled to attract candidates and need to grow familiarity and skills early.
Traineeships play a pivotal role in equipping candidates with essential skills for career advancement.
Traineeships combine formal study with on-the-job training.
It’s a type of vocational training (training under a supervisor) where the student learns about the industry and job while getting hands-on experience. Traineeships cover a huge range of industries.
While still at school, your SBAT will undertake a combination of industry-specialised training and paid employment for one day per week with your team. SBATs are available to eligible Aboriginal Year 11 and 12 students in NSW. Commencement of the traineeship can be either during Year 10 school term 4, or Year 11, school term 1.
School-based trainees are required to complete a minimum of 100 days of paid work experience over Years 11 and 12. For trainees to be able to achieve the 100 days they would be required to complete 80 days during the school term, and the following 20 days during school holidays.
In addition to the 100 days on the job, the SBAT will complete a formal qualification at either Certificate II or III level through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) under Smart and Skilled Program.
At the end of the two-year school-based traineeship, trainees will be encouraged and supported to apply for a full-time traineeship or ongoing roles in DCJ with the DCJ Aboriginal Employment Strategy advocating and providing guidance where required.
You’ll spend up to two years, depending on your industry and qualification, learning a vocation in areas such as, but not limited to:
A traineeship means you learn practical skills with an employer as well as formal learning with an approved provider and get a nationally recognised qualification you can use anywhere.
You may not have much experience when you start a traineeship but will learn skills that will set you up for life.
Employers all over Australia hold traineeships in high regard. They know you’ve completed a structured program designed by industry experts.
Email us, the Aboriginal Employment Strategy team at AES@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Please note that at DCJ we commonly use the word "Aboriginal", recognising that Aboriginal people are the original inhabitants of NSW, the part of Australia we are responsible for. We acknowledge and respect that Torres Strait Islander people are among the First Nations of Australia and that both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are an important part of our staff and the communities we work with.
01 Oct 2024