Executive Assistant – Chief Executive Officer

Requisition Number: 807

Salary Range: $86, $99,589.18 per annum

Position Type: Full Time Permanent

Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 21 September 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Are you a proactive, highly organised professional with exceptional attention to detail?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are the same?

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Executive Assistant – Chief Executive Officer to join our team

What You Will Do:

As the Executive Assistant – Chief Executive Officer, you will be responsible for providing high-level executive and administrative support, ensuring the CEO's day-to-day operations run seamlessly. Your role will involve everything from high-level scheduling to strategic research and document management, all while representing the CEO's professional image with excellence.

This role offers a chance to make a real impact in a high-level executive environment and contribute to the strategic success of the organisation.

What We Are Looking For:

Proven ability to coordinate senior executive schedules while effectively prioritising and managing administrative tasks in a busy, high demand environment.

Previous experience providing executive support at a senior management level, preferably in local government.

Demonstrated advanced skills in the operation of computer applications including MS Office suite and in-house date bases supporting the preparation of reports, agendas, minutes, memoranda and correspondence

Knowledge and understanding of legislation and policy applicable to Local Government and Councils operations including systems, reporting and accountability in a public sector agency.

Demonstrated experience dealing with highly sensitive and strictly confidential matters, and the ability to demonstrate diplomacy and discretion ensuring the highest level of confidentiality is maintained.

Tertiary qualification in business, commerce, communication or equivalent; or relevant experience.

If you are an organised, detail-oriented professional with a passion for high-level administration and supporting leadership, we would love to hear from you

Some benefits we offer:

Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements

Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)

Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave

Up to 3 weeks personal leave

Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

Salary sacrifice opportunities

We are committed to:

Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Embracing innovation and continuous improvement

Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council's Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

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The Cairns Regional Council local government area encompasses 1687 km2 of land on a narrow coastal strip between the Great Dividing Range and the Coral Sea. It extends from the Eubenangee Swamp (near Mirriwinni) in the south to the Macalister Range (near Ellis Beach) in the north.

The region is part of Australia's Wet Tropics and is framed by the lush World Heritage listed Wet Tropics rainforest to the west and north and the Coral Sea and World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park to the east. These attributes make the region a world renowned tourist destination.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

The Cairns Regional Council local government area encompasses 1687 km2 of land on a narrow coastal strip between the Great Dividing Range and the Coral Sea. It extends from the Eubenangee Swamp (near Mirriwinni) in the south to the Macalister Range (near Ellis Beach) in the north.

The region is part of Australia's Wet Tropics and is framed by the lush World Heritage listed Wet Tropics rainforest to the west and north and the Coral Sea and World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park to the east. These attributes make the region a world renowned tourist destination.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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