- Leading National Industry Association, celebrating 80-years of operation this year!Ìý
- Exciting opportunity to work in a Professional and Supportive team environmentÌý
- Exceptional work culture, based on Mayfield West
- Generous employee benefits
Housing Industry Association (HIA) is the official body of Australia’s home building industry. As the only national industry association for Australian building professionals, we represent the interests of the housing industry at regional and national levels.
We have been representing the Australian housing industry for 80 years. Our vision remains the same, to be an association that speaks with a united voice on industry issues and creates real change, providing quality services at the lowest cost and working with the sector to maintain high standards.
We are seeking a Trainee, who is keen to grow and develop with the Company.Ìý Its an exciting time here at HIA, celebrating 80 year of business this year!
This position requires the superstar trainee to support a busy reception whilst completing administrative tasks.Ìý
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a Culture of Welcome to our customers, ensuring they have a positive experience on their visit to our ‘Home Inspiration Centre’.Ìý The role will also provide support in other key areas of our business including our membership program, our training pathway and our Corporate Events and Awards which occur throughout the year!
As first point of contact to our customers, this role requires the successful candidate to maintain a high standard of customer service whilst handling a variety of tasks in a busy environment. ÌýÌýIt’s a fun and challenging role in which no two days are the same.
We offer a range of benefits to our team members, noting some of these are subject to length of service at HIA.Ìý They include;
- Life and Salary Continuance Insurance
- Salary Packaging Arrangements
- Ability to purchase Annual Leave
- Paid Parental Leave above the minimum legislative requirement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Study Assistance and Internal training programs offered to help you grow
- Highly experienced, supportive and inclusive team
- Affinity Program
- Milestone Recognition
Day-to-day, the role will;
- Provide a high level of customer service to HIA customers, clients, and associates
- Assist visitors to our ‘Home Inspirations Centre’ with enquiries and offer them support where needed
- Administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the Hunter office, including support to commercial business units and regional projects
- Supporting and attending local HIA events
- Managing and promoting HIA business products
- Support with event promotion and membership renewals
- Providing general administrative support to the Hunter team
- Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with HIA customers, clients, and associates and the Hunter HIA team
- Assist with identifying business opportunities, to continually improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the region
The successful person will have:
- A strong desire to succeed in the role
- A commitment to providing a quality service
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Some knowledge of Microsoft office packages including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel is preferred
- Ability to work well as part of a team and have fun
- Self-motivated and skills in problem solving
- Ability to demonstrate initiative
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting why you are the ideal candidate for this traineeship opportunity. Apply today!
To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.
