Administration Support Officer

Introduction:

Become a Part of Moira Shire Council's Exciting Journey

At Moira Shire Council, we're reimagining local government with fresh ideas, a friendly approach, and a passion for making a real difference in our vibrant regional community. Nestled along the stunning Murray River, our region spans from the lush Barmah Forest to lively towns like Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia, and Yarrawonga—one of Victoria's top holiday spots.

We believe in working together with honesty, respect, integrity, teamwork, and accountability to create a future everyone can be proud of.

Our role as a Council? To serve, support, and inspire our communities to facilitate the success of the Moira2045 Community Vision.

Why Work With Us?

• The primary purpose to truly make a difference locally.
• A strong, values based organisational culture.
• Supportive and family-friendly workplace.
• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle. Opportunities to Work From Home are only available after the first 6 months, and for certain roles identified as being able to accommodate this. Applications are to be made in line with our organisational policy.
• In-house, custom designed Leadership Development Program.
• Access to extensive training and education opportunities.
• Superannuation information sessions with Vision Super.
• Salary packaging and novated leases.
• Access to wellness initiatives like annual flu shots and skin checks.
• Corporate gym discounts at five different gyms across our shire.
• Benefits and discounts for certain businesses and insurances.
• Generous parental leave (16 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers, and this is on top of the paid parental leave offered by the government).
• Up to two days paid volunteer leave for a community service within our shire. Following the first 12 months of service.
• Cultural and ceremonial leave.
• Opportunities for purchased leave to better accommodate your lifestyle.
• So much more.....

Please note all benefits are considered individually for roles on a pro-rata basis. Temporary and part-time roles may not be eligible for all inclusions.

Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family-friendly work place.

Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Description:

Role Purpose and Objectives

The Administration Support Officer contributes to the achievement of Council goals and priorities by effectively supporting and assisting the Waste and Sustainability Department to achieve the requirements of the council plan.

Support the Emergency Management Coordinator with general administrative duties

Ensure a high level of customer focus and service across the Waste and Sustainability team

For more information about the role view the Position Description HERE (if Hyperlink is not working, click "Apply" to view it)

Skills and Experiences:

To Apply for this role, please include a cover letter addressing the following Key Selection Criteria:

Essential qualifications and experience

Relevant certificate and/or experience in a similar role.

Experience in an administration/reception role.

Demonstrated strong customer service skills.

High level of computer literacy.

Excellent interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to produce accurate documents and work under limited supervision.

Desirable qualifications and experience

Knowledge and understanding of the local government operating environment and the delivery of services.