Port Futures Program Gap Year Pathway

The Opportunity

Finishing Year 12 and not quite sure whats next

What if you could get paid to explore different career paths gain real-world experience build professional skills and complete a TAFE qualification all while working at one of Australias largest ports

Port of NewcastlesPort Futures Gap Year Pathwayis designed for school leavers looking to take the next step before committing to university or a long-term career path.

Over 12 months youll work alongside experienced professionals and rotate through a variety of business areas including OperationsESG People & Culture Finance Projects Technology Safety and more. No two months are the same!Youll gain hands-on experience develop valuable workplace skills build your professional network and discover what career path excites you most.

Whether youre interested in business technology environment people & culture projects infrastructure or simply figuring out what comes next this program is designed to help you build confidence and create opportunities for your future.

Whats included

• 12-month paid full-time position
• One paid TAFE study day each week
• Exposure to a range of career pathways across PON
• Mentoring and support from experienced professionals
• Structured learning and development opportunities
• Potential pathway into future Cadet and Graduate Programs

What You Bring

Were not looking for years ofexperience;we arelooking for people who are excited about their future and ready to start building it!

To be successful youll be:

• Graduating Year 12 this year or a recent Year 12 graduate (within the last 12 months)
• Be at least 18 years of age at program commencement
• Available & committed to completing the 12-month program
• Curious and eager to learn
• Motivated to develop new skills
• A team player with a positive attitude
• Willing to step outside your comfort zone and make the most of every opportunity

Please note:Candidates shortlisted for the next stage will be invited to attend an Assessment offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment medical assessment and reference check.

What we offer

Port of Newcastle provides many benefits for our valued employees a few of which are:

• Agile work environment with work from home options
• Focus on professional growth
• Optional workplace giving program: supporting employees in giving back to the Newcastle community
• Work180 endorsement:PON is recognisedas a top 101 employer for women in 2025
• Opportunity to be involved in PONs Reconciliation Action Plan (Innovate)

How to Apply

Ready to start your future with Port of Newcastle Submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us a little about yourself why youre interested in the Port Futures Gap Year Pathway and what you hope to gain from the experience. Please also include details for two current you have any questions about the program please contact Chelsea

The Port of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed tomaintainingan inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged.

Port of Newcastle acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters of Newcastle Harbour theAwabakalandWorimiPeople and pays respect to all Elders pastpresentand emerging.