Administration Assistant

Position No: 127/2025

Work Type: Permanent - Part Time

• Part-Time 30 Hours Per Week
• Level 3 Salary: $73,347 - $79,323 (Pro-rata)*, plus superannuation
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Vacancy 127/2025

The opportunity

We are in the market for energetic and skilled Administration Assistant to support the delivery of Development and Compliance services at the City of Mandurah.

As the Administration Assistant - Development Compliance you will provide quality administrative support and secretarial assistance to the Strategy and Economic Development Directorate with a focus on supporting the Executive Manager Development and Compliance.

The candidate will need to be adaptable and like a challenge, supporting all business units in the Development and Compliance including Building and Compliance, Statutory Planning and Lands, Emergency Management, Health Services and Rangers and Parking.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Office Administration, Business Studies, Computer (data input and document control) Studies or similar is desirable.
• Hold a current, unrestricted "C-A" (manual) or "C-B" (automatic) class national driver's licence.

Experience

• Minimum of 12 months previous experience in an administrative support role.
• Previous administrative experience in a local government context is desirable.
• Possess an understanding of local government development and compliance processes.

Skills

• Excellent general administration skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Manage sensitive material/issues in a manner that is discreet and professional.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft office products including Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Customer service skills.
• Time management and organisational skills.
• Problem solving abilities.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team Player.
• Ability to work without supervision and make decisions within authorised guidelines.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great To apply please visit our Careers page at Further information can be obtained by calling Brendan Ingle on

Closing date

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

Additional information

• All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and license, the role may be reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organizational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.
• • The salary for this role commences at step 1, with potential for movement within the range based on demonstrated skills and experience. Incremental progression typically occurs at the conclusion of each 12-month period, in accordance with the Industrial Agreement.
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test.
• This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment

Casey Mihovilovich

Chief Executive Officer

Position No: 127/2025

Work Type: Permanent - Part Time

• Part-Time 30 Hours Per Week
• Level 3 Salary: $73,347 - $79,323 (Pro-rata)*, plus superannuation
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Vacancy 127/2025

The opportunity

We are in the market for energetic and skilled Administration Assistant to support the delivery of Development and Compliance services at the City of Mandurah.

As the Administration Assistant - Development Compliance you will provide quality administrative support and secretarial assistance to the Strategy and Economic Development Directorate with a focus on supporting the Executive Manager Development and Compliance.

The candidate will need to be adaptable and like a challenge, supporting all business units in the Development and Compliance including Building and Compliance, Statutory Planning and Lands, Emergency Management, Health Services and Rangers and Parking.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Office Administration, Business Studies, Computer (data input and document control) Studies or similar is desirable.
• Hold a current, unrestricted "C-A" (manual) or "C-B" (automatic) class national driver's licence.

Experience

• Minimum of 12 months previous experience in an administrative support role.
• Previous administrative experience in a local government context is desirable.
• Possess an understanding of local government development and compliance processes.

Skills

• Excellent general administration skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Manage sensitive material/issues in a manner that is discreet and professional.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft office products including Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Customer service skills.
• Time management and organisational skills.
• Problem solving abilities.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team Player.
• Ability to work without supervision and make decisions within authorised guidelines.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great To apply please visit our Careers page at Further information can be obtained by calling Brendan Ingle on

Closing date

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

Additional information

• All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and license, the role may be reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organizational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.
• • The salary for this role commences at step 1, with potential for movement within the range based on demonstrated skills and experience. Incremental progression typically occurs at the conclusion of each 12-month period, in accordance with the Industrial Agreement.
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test.
• This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment

Casey Mihovilovich

Chief Executive Officer