Document Control and Reporting Trainee

CPB Contractors is Australias leading contractor and the largest infrastructure construction company in our region. Part of the CIMIC Group we are proud to be constructing Australias future and do so collaboratively with our partners and clients. We hire for careers not project life. CPB Contractors has more than 50 major infrastructure projects in delivery across all key sectors of the construction industry including roads and bridges rail tunnelling defence airports buildings and resources providing you with career opportunities for years to come.

The Project

TheTram to Springvale Alliance (TSA) comprising CPB Contractors BMD Constructions and Arup has been selected to deliver the Eastern Freeway Upgrades between Tram and Springvale roads. The major upgrade includes new express lanes upgraded noise walls and revitalised sections of the Koonung Creek Linear Park.

The Project is being delivered under an Alliance Contract with Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority (VIDA)as the Project Owner and TSA (CPB BMD and Arup) as the Non-owner Participants (NOPs). Together they form the Alliance working as one to deliver this critical infrastructure project.

As a key component of the Northeast Link Program (NELP) this project will provide a safer more efficient freeway connection for over 135000 vehicles daily removing 15000 trucks from local roads and reduce traffic across on the arterial road network crossing the Yarra River by 50000 vehicles per day.

Were completing the link together and bringing it home for our community.

Your opportunity

• Build your career while you earn!Were offering a unique opportunity for aDocument Controller (Trainee) to join NEL EFU TSA and gain hands-on experience while working in full-time capacitystudying towards a Certificate IV in Business (or similar) and earning a competitive salary above award rates.
• Youll support the projects Document Controller team in delivering one of Victorias largest infrastructure projects. Youll work alongside experienced professionals gaining exposure to safety systems compliance and risk management in a live construction environment.
• This role combineson-the-job trainingwithformal study setting you up for a long-term career in the construction industry.

Reporting to theDocument ControllerLead theDocument Controller (Trainee)will sit within the project team and be accountable for:

• Assisting with the management governance and control of project information records documents and correspondence throughout their lifecycle.
• Supporting the receipt review distribution and archiving of controlled documents
• Maintaining document registers metadata and distribution lists within project systems
• Assisting with quality assurance reviews to ensure documents meet project standards and compliance requirements
• Supporting project reporting activities including weekly and monthly reporting
• Supporting initiatives that improve digital workflows automation and information management processes across the project.
• Gathering validating and organising information for project dashboards and reports
• Learning to use industry systems such as InEight SharePoint and Power BI
• Supporting stakeholders across the project to ensure accurate and timely document management and reporting
• Contributing to continuous improvement of reporting processes and document control practices
• Working collaboratively within a high-performing project team to support successful project delivery.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

This is atraineeship position to be eligible applicantsmust:

• Be willing to undertake and complete a Certificate IV in Business (or similar qualification) while working full-time
• Not have previously completed a nationally recognised Certificate IV in Business (or equivalent)
• Be an Australian Citizen Permanent Resident or NZ Citizen

This role is also ideal for someone who is:

• Interested in building a career in document control project administration reporting or project support
• Looking to start or change career paths (no prior qualifications required)
• Observant and proactive with strong attention to detail
• Highly organised process-driven and able to maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• A confident communicator who can engage with a diverse workforce

WHAT WE OFFER

• Full-time permanent employment with CPB
• Paid pathway to study a Certificate IV in Business (or similar)
• Structured on-the-job training with experienced mentors
• Clear career progression into Document Control Project Administration or similarroles
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

How to apply

Applications close

28 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time