Reception and Administration Officer

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia City of Playford Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Reception and Administration Officer role at City of Playford.

Full Time / 12-Month Contract

Classification: GO3 ($84, Superannuation)

Be the welcoming face of a vibrant community hub that supports wellbeing, connection, and inclusion. As one of the fastest-growing council areas in South Australia, the City of Playford focuses on building sustainable foundations and places the community at the heart of everything we do. With our urban centre as the CBD of Northern Adelaide, our city is enriched by growing and diverse communities in new and established suburbs, rural townships, and horticultural lands.

Responsibilities
  • Provide positive experiences for all users of the John McVeity Centre (JMC) with high levels of customer service and effective administration support.
  • Coordinate venue hire, bookings, events, activities, and programs at JMC.
  • Assist with purchasing orders, monitor and reconcile banking, oversee hire arrangements, and manage incoming and outgoing correspondence for the centre.
About the role

Reporting to the Manager - Child & Family Wellbeing, you will focus on delivering high-quality customer service and administration for the John McVeity Centre (JMC), a sporting, health and wellbeing community centre that is part of the City of Playford. JMC provides opportunities for people to connect socially through sports, group fitness classes, venue hire, and a range of other activities and programs. The Reception and Administration Officer will also support purchasing, banking reconciliation, hire management, and correspondence for the centre.

Qualifications and experience
  • You're a natural communicator with a professional and approachable manner and a genuine interest in helping others. You are passionate about contributing to an organisation that provides information, services, and infrastructure to support a growing and thriving Playford community.
  • You'll bring experience in administration and customer service, ideally in a community, sporting, or leisure centre setting. You're confident using technology and systems, can work independently, and enjoy being part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • A Certificate in Community Services or Business Administration is desirable, but not essential; barista or basic retail experience is also desirable.
  • Incumbents in this position are required to possess or be willing to obtain a National Criminal History Clearance as well as a DSCI Working with Children Check.
How to apply

Applications close at 12pm on 5 September 2025. Submit your application by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Please include your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability. If you would like further information, please contact Kate Nankivell, Manager – Child and Family Wellbeing, on for a confidential discussion.

Job information
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Administrative
  • Industries: Government Administration
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