South Burnett Regional Council
Administration Officer
Job Location
Windaroo, Australia
Job Description
Administration Officer
About the Business
South Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt.
Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members. We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders.
Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community. We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees.
Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure. Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing.
Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public. We have a adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review.
South Burnet Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce. This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.
About the Region
The South Burnett Region is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast. The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer. The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks.
About the role
Based in Nanango
Maximum Term Full Time (up to 12 months)
$66K - $69K per annum + Allowances + Super
Council is seeking an officer to provide high level administrative support to the Coordinator Infrastructure Services to ensure the effective and efficient operations of the Infrastructure department. This position will provide administrative support to the General Manager and Works, Planning and Water and Wastewater branchesand effectively manage customer services requests and complaints through effective questioning and ensure effective follow through. The successful applicant will have proven experience providing administrative assistance in an office environment with local or public works experience being highly regarded and sound organisational skills with the ability to establish work priorities, complete assigned tasks within required standards and meet deadlines.
Mandatory Qualifications
Minimum requirement of a current C Class driver’s licence
Desirable Qualifications
Certificate III in Business Administration
Benefits and perks
Work/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)
Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
Access to Salary Packaging Benefits
Access to Corporate memberships
Access to Health and Wellbeing programs
Skills and experience
**Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application**
Proven experience providing administrative assistance in an office environment with local or public works experience being highly regarded.
Sound organisational skills with the ability to establish work priorities, complete assigned tasks within required standards and meet deadlines.
Sound interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally and maintain relationships at all levels.
Sound computer skills including sound knowledge of the MS Office Suite and corporate software systems.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Lodging your application
Please make sure your application includes:
A cover letter including statements addressing the key selection criteria.
Current resume.
Copies of your tickets, licences and qualification that are listed on the position description.
For further information and to review the selection criteria and position description, please visit: https://www.southburnett.qld.gov.au/homepage/98/jobs-and-careers
Applications close 4:00pm Friday, 15 November 2024
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.
For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9100.
Location: Windaroo, AU
Posted Date: 11/5/2024
About the Business
South Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt.
Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members. We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders.
Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community. We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees.
Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure. Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing.
Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public. We have a adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review.
South Burnet Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce. This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.
About the Region
The South Burnett Region is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast. The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer. The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks.
About the role
Based in Nanango
Maximum Term Full Time (up to 12 months)
$66K - $69K per annum + Allowances + Super
Council is seeking an officer to provide high level administrative support to the Coordinator Infrastructure Services to ensure the effective and efficient operations of the Infrastructure department. This position will provide administrative support to the General Manager and Works, Planning and Water and Wastewater branchesand effectively manage customer services requests and complaints through effective questioning and ensure effective follow through. The successful applicant will have proven experience providing administrative assistance in an office environment with local or public works experience being highly regarded and sound organisational skills with the ability to establish work priorities, complete assigned tasks within required standards and meet deadlines.
Mandatory Qualifications
Minimum requirement of a current C Class driver’s licence
Desirable Qualifications
Certificate III in Business Administration
Benefits and perks
Work/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)
Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
Access to Salary Packaging Benefits
Access to Corporate memberships
Access to Health and Wellbeing programs
Skills and experience
**Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application**
Proven experience providing administrative assistance in an office environment with local or public works experience being highly regarded.
Sound organisational skills with the ability to establish work priorities, complete assigned tasks within required standards and meet deadlines.
Sound interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally and maintain relationships at all levels.
Sound computer skills including sound knowledge of the MS Office Suite and corporate software systems.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Lodging your application
Please make sure your application includes:
A cover letter including statements addressing the key selection criteria.
Current resume.
Copies of your tickets, licences and qualification that are listed on the position description.
For further information and to review the selection criteria and position description, please visit: https://www.southburnett.qld.gov.au/homepage/98/jobs-and-careers
Applications close 4:00pm Friday, 15 November 2024
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.
For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9100.
Location: Windaroo, AU
Posted Date: 11/5/2024
Contact Information
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