Start your career in Information Management and build skills that support transparency and good governance.
The Role
As the Information Management Cadet, you will gain practical experience across Council’s Records and Information Management function while building the skills and knowledge needed to support the organisation.
You will assist with a range of tasks including processing incoming correspondence, maintaining records in Council’s document management system, and supporting the accuracy, security, and accessibility of information. You will learn how to apply records management practices and legislative requirements in a real-world environment.
Working within a supportive team, you will develop your capability in information management systems, customer service, and administrative processes. This role provides an excellent foundation for a career in records, information governance, or broader public sector administration.
Key Accountabilities:
- Deliver timely and accurate mail services, including opening, sorting, scanning, registering, and distributing incoming correspondence.
- Register, classify, and manage records in Council’s Electronic Document and Records Management System (Content Manager), ensuring accuracy and quality.
- Apply records management practices in line with Council policies and legislative requirements, including the State Records Act.
- Always maintain the security and confidentiality of information.
- Retrieve, store, and maintain hardcopy records, including off-site storage coordination.
- Provide professional customer service by responding to enquiries and helpdesk requests, ensuring timely resolution.
- Assist with records management projects, including digitisation, back-scanning, and records disposal activities.
What We Are Looking For
We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is eager to build a career in information management.
You will bring:
- Currently undertaking qualifications in Information Management or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to understand and interpret information
- Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
- A high level of attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work
- A professional approach to handling confidential and sensitive information
- A commitment to delivering excellent customer service
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Sound computer skills, including Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new systems
- The physical capability to safely perform the inherent requirements of the role
What We Offer
- Salary from $54,529.18 to $62,466.14 p.a. (full time equivalent), plus 12% superannuation
- Temporary part time – 21 hours per week over 3 weekdays
- Health and Wellbeing Leave
- Access to Fitness Passport for you and your family
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Rewards Program
- Participation in the FutureGEN Graduate Program, providing hands‑on experience, professional mentoring, and the chance to contribute to meaningful community projects as part of your development
Eligibility
To be eligible, you must be entering your penultimate or final year (due to finish late 2027 or in 2028) of a relevant undergraduate degree, certificate or diploma and remain enrolled for the duration of the cadetship.
How to Apply
If you’re looking to kickstart your career in information management and gain hands-on experience in a supportive team, we encourage you to apply. View the Position Description for more information.
Please respond to the targeted questions. Applications without responses may not be considered.
For further information, please contact Angela Van Veen, Team Leader Records & Information Management Services on 02 9330 9568. Applications must be submitted via our website.
Closing Date: Thursday, 2 July 2026 at 11:59 PM (AEST).
Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.
Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.
We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.
We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.
