Governance and Risk Support Officer

5 days ago

Bendigo Goldfields Macedon Ranges, Australia Mount Alexander Shire Council Full time $58,678 - $74,592 per year

Part time, 0.8 FTE

Ongoing

Band 5, $73,492 pa (pro-rata) + Super

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 1 September 2025

Mount Alexander Shire is known for its local food and wine, for a vibrant arts community and breathtaking natural surrounds.

Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or rail, and with Melbourne only 90 minutes away, you'll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with great services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.

The role

The Governance and Risk Support Officer works across the Governance and Risk Unit, providing a broad range of support, including:

  • general administrative tasks for the Unit, including purchase orders, maintenance of website and intranet content and ensuring accuracy of data and information within systems
  • secretariat support to the Executive Team and Audit and Risk Committee, including agenda building, minute taking and document distribution
  • assisting with Mayoral and Councillor support
  • assisting with the facilitation of Councillor Briefings and Meetings of Council
  • administrative support to the Risk and Insurance function

Our ideal candidate

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • relevant experience and qualifications, including secretariat support to Executive Teams and/or Boards of Management
  • intermediate – advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft programs, and the ability to learn and use new systems
  • ability to prepare high quality documents, including agendas, minutes and meeting records
  • ability to undertake the physical aspects of this role, including set up of furniture, carrying and transporting equipment, papers and materials
  • experience in Local Government is desirable

Benefits

  • Annual salary increases
  • Hybrid working options – work from home and the office
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Wellbeing initiatives and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Generous leave provisions, including purchased leave options and paid parental leave
  • Cross-skilling and professional development opportunities

Visit the Why work with us page on our website for more benefits.

Contact

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact David Lemmon, Coordinator Risk and Insurance, on

How to apply

Visit our website and review the Information for applicants, then apply via our Current Vacancies page.

Please ensure your application includes:

  • A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the position
  • A copy of your current resume
  • Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position description

Additional information

Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse.  We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.

Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.

For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website.

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