Business Support Officer

3 weeks ago


Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia Fraser Coast Regional Council Full time

Business Support Officer
Strategy & Sustainability
Permanent Full Time
Stream A Level 3 - $80,043 + Superannuation
Hervey Bay

What we are looking for:

The Business Support Officer will play a crucial role in providing high-quality administrative and technical business support to the Strategy & Sustainability team. This position requires maintaining effective and efficient administration systems and offering excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

Please click here to view a Position Description for a full outline of the position.

What your day will look like:

  1. Conduct efficient, accurate, timely and thorough processing of development applications to ensure compliance with the Council's Planning Scheme, policies and legislation.
  2. Assist the Senior Business Support Officer with day-to-day administrative functions.
  3. Compile agendas and take accurate minutes relating to technical aspects of Town planning development and that reflect meeting outcomes.
  4. Provide accurate and timely advice to customers regarding Town planning applications, including development application forms, fees, and current progress in accordance with the Development Assessment Rules under the Planning Act 2016.

What you'll need for success:

  • Minimum Certificate III in Business Administration or similar, and/or experience in a similar role.

What's nice to have:

  • Local Government experience.
  • Experience in strategic planning/development assessment.

Benefits of Working with Council:

We are committed to providing quality services to our community and support an inclusive, values-driven culture that recognizes individual skills, knowledge, and talent. Our initiatives include the Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach, and the TEMPO program, recognized nationally in 2022 and awarded the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation. Click here to see our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Up to 12% employer super contribution
  • 17.5% leave loading
  • Study assistance program
  • Novated leasing
  • 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave

Apply now:

Applications close at 11pm on Wednesday, 14 May 2025 – subject to change pending qualified applications received. A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume are required. For further details, contact Tania Heath, Technical Business Support Officer, at Tania.Heath@frasercoast.qld.gov.au.

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