Shape Your Future with the Town of Port Hedland

Join our 2026 Traineeship and Apprenticeship Program!

Earn while you learn

Whether you're a school leaver or looking for a career change, the Town of Port Hedland’s 2026 Traineeship and Apprenticeship Program offers you the chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification while contributing to our vibrant community.
Start your career with hands-on experience, dedicated support, and endless opportunities!

Why join us?

  • Competitive salaries and job security
  • 100% training costs covered by the Town
  • Hands-on experience with mentoring from experienced leaders
  • Career development and pathway progression support
  • Opportunity to make a difference in the Hedland community

Ready to Shape Your Future?

Applications are open from 1 September 2025 to 28 September 2025.
No prerequisites or entry requirements – just a passion to learn and grow!
Please contact recruitment@porthedland.wa.gov.au for further information.
Application link available here!

Available roles for 2026

  • Community Services Trainee (Cert IV Business Admin)
  • Governance Trainee (Cert IV Business Admin)
  • Finance Trainee (Cert IV Bookkeeping & Accounting)
  • Horticultural Trainee (Cert III Horticulture)
  • Sport & Recreation Trainee (Cert III/IV Sport, Aquatics & Recreation)
  • HD Mechanic Apprentice (Cert III Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology)

Check out these great stories from previous Shape Your Future Trainees 👇

Sienna Bennett and Sophie Marlow

2025 Trainees

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