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Posted 18 August, 2026

Trainee - Traineeship

NSW Public Service Commission
Sydney Region-Sydney - Greater West Full Time
Reference: 397_133903_1812843

  • Trainee
  • Temporary Full-Time up to 36 months
  • Various Locations

Do you want to earn and learn on the job?

We would like to hear from you!

The NSW Public Sector Apprentices and Trainees Program are seeking enthusiastic individuals who would like to undertake a traineeship across various qualifications within NSWPF as part of the Technology and Communication Services Command, where you will gain on the job experience whilst obtaining a nationally recognised qualification.

Why Work for NSWPF

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) vision is for A Safer New South Wales.


It is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 NSW Police Force employees, including sworn and civilian roles.


The organisation has four function lines, based across a number of locations. Metropolitan Field Operations and Regional NSW Field Operations provide frontline services directly to the community. Investigations & Counter Terrorism provides investigative, technical and counter terrorism expertise. Corporate Services, provides business support services such as technology and communication, education and training and corporate human resources functions. To learn more about us, please visit our website: https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/

The various roles available within the Technology and Communication Services Command and their locations are outlined below:

Certificate III in Information Technology: (24 Month Traineeship)

  • Parramatta, NSW 2150

Certificate IV in Cyber Security (36 month Traineeship)

  • Sydney Olympic Park, NSW 2127

This role will support the delivery of NSWPF's vision for creating a safer NSW.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please Apply Here and submit your application.

When applying you need to:

  • Complete the expression of interest
  • Provide a resume outlining your skills and provide an explanation why you wish to undertake a traineeship.
  • Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) and attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

Describe a situation when you were able to improve a relationship by communicating effectively. What made your communication effective?

Target Question 2:

Using a piece of work you have done, describe what tools you used for planning your work, how you used them and what was the result?

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

  • Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]

  • Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]

  • Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]

Note

No offer of employment will be made until all relevant clearances are finalised.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact either:

Maria Bris via 0427 303 720 or [email protected]

Closing date: SUNDAY 30 August 2026 at 11.59pm.

To apply for this role, please Apply Here and submit your application.

For additional apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities in the NSW public sector, please visit The 1000 NSW Public Sector Apprentices and Trainees Program

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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