Business Administration Trainee
12 Month Fixed Term position
Brisbane
About us
Airbus in Australia Pacific is a leading aeronautical business employing people across multiple sites in Australia and New Zealand.
At Airbus our people are the source of our strength. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place in the air and on the ground. We celebrate diversity of thought and we are committed to fostering a culture where our people are supported, our teams have the space and tools to be creative and have the courage to challenge the norm.
The opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and motivated Business Administration Trainee to join our Corporate Services team. This is a unique, entry-level opportunity designed for someone looking to launch their career in business administration while gaining specialised, hands-on exposure to Security and Facilities operations.
Working under the guidance of the Manager Security and aligned to Registered Training Organisation (RTO) objectives, you will earn a nationally recognised qualification while developing foundational skills in security compliance, contractor coordination, and corporate operations.
If you are eager to learn, highly organised, and want to understand the inner workings of corporate security and facility management, this role offers the perfect structured and supportive environment to grow.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will develop your administrative skills by directly supporting the day-to-day organisational and security needs of our facilities:
- Data Entry & Records Management: Maintain accurate digital logs, update compliance databases, and manage security-related documentation with a high level of detail.
- Escorting Arrangements: Coordinate and facilitate on-site visitor and contractor escorting arrangements to ensure building security protocols are seamlessly maintained.
- Contractor Management Support: Assist with the onboarding, coordination, and tracking of facilities contractors, ensuring all necessary documentation is in place.
- Security Compliance Activities: Support the team in monitoring compliance workflows, auditing access requirements, and ensuring alignment with organisational security policies.
- General Administration: Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Corporate Services teams, helping to ensure internal processes run smoothly for both internal and external stakeholders.
About you
To be successful in this role you will need to live the Airbus Values, have a genuine interest in developing a career across Business Administration, Facilities, and Corporate Security, have strong organisational skills with an eye for detail, and maintain proactive, cooperative attitude and a willingness to learn in a training environment.
Essential
- Australian Citizenship (mandatory for security and compliance)
- Completion of high school (Year 12)
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and customer service
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and SAP
- Strong time management with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Not have previously completed a Certificate III in Business Administration
Desirable
- Driver's Licence and access to a car
- Previous experience in an office or customer service environment
Why us
We seek to inspire our people to grow, so you have the right mindset, behaviours and skills to thrive and achieve the organisation goals whilst being focussed on your personal development through classroom and online learning.
We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility that allows you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work. We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program.
Supporting Diversity
At Airbus, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Diversity is key to our ability to work cohesively as a team regardless of age, disability, race, sex, intersex status, gender identity and sexual orientation.
Airbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.
If it sounds like a role for you apply now!
Applications close 28 July 2026
Please note: Position may close prior to close date so don't delay apply now!
You must be eligible for an Australian Government Security Clearance and have the capacity to satisfy pre-employment medical screening which may include drug and alcohol testing.
