Job Vacancy 24/88 - Administration Assistant - Planning and Development (Temporary up to 12 months)
We are currently seeking applications for an Administration Officer to join our Planning and Development team. This is a temporary position for up to 12 months.
Council is currently seeking applications for an Administration Officer to join our Planning and Development team.
This is a temporary, full-time position for up to a period of 12 months. Employment beyond this period is not guaranteed.
About the role
The administration office provides efficient and effective administrative and secretarial support for Council’s Planning and Development Department. This also includes the Town Planning, Building and Plumbing Sections. Excellent communication skills are required to provide customer support including advice to and liaising with the public, trade persons, relevant authorities, external organisations and other Council staff. We are looking for a self-starter who is able to work independently when required and organise their time effectively to meet deadlines.
Why work for us?
- 9-day fortnight (72.5hrs fortnight)
- Up to 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution.
- 5 weeks Annual Leave per year (pro-rata)
- Salary Packaging available
- Supportive and motivating team
- Active Social Club
- Fitness Passport Program
- Flexible work arrangements
- Relaxed lifestyle, boating, fishing, sports facilities, private and public schooling options up to Grade 12, cultural venues and events and all of this situated in a thriving agricultural community only an hour away from Townsville or two hours from the magical Whitsundays.
All applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.
The applicable salary is to a ceiling of Level 3 ($86,249pa) with the commencing salary dependent upon the skills and experience of the successful applicant.
Application packages are available from the Human Resources Office on (07) 4783 9800 or you can download the application package using the following link.
Applications for 24/88 – Administration Assistant – Planning and Development should include:
- A cover letter
- A current resume
- Statements addressing the selection criteria
- Copies of relevant qualifications and licences
Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods:
- Email – employment@burdekin.qld.gov.au
- Mail – Confidential Application No. 24/88, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807
Applications close on Monday, 6 January 2025 at 5:00pm. Word or PDF format is preferable.
For further information please contact the Manager Planning and Development – Kellie Galletta on (07) 4783 9800.