Port Macquarie-Hastings Council

Administration Officer Utilities Operations (2025-109)

About the Opportunity

At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we are seeking an experienced Administration Officer to join our Utilities Operations team. This role is located at Clearwater Centre, Clearwater Crescent Port Macquarie. The successful candidate will be responsible for manning the reception desk and providing administrative support to the wider operational team. The Utilities Operations Group looks after our water, wastewater and waste operations, ensuring these essential services continue to be provided reliably and efficiently to our community 24/7.

To succeed in this role you will have:

• Demonstrated recent administration experience
• Excellent customer service
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail
• Organised and proactive team player

On a typical day this role will:

• Provide administration support, general clerical assistance and reception duties
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings and functions, including agendas, minutes, bookings and catering
• Support the wider operational team
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders
• Support the wider team in the use of Council software and systems to ensure accurate information management

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent 35 hours per week

Salary (exclusive of super): Starting salary of $1,154.10 per week with the opportunity for competency-based progression.

Benefits:

• Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
• Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
• Career development opportunities
• Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous employee assistance program
• Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

About the Port Macquarie Hastings Region

The region is one of Australia's most enviable locations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometres of pristine beaches, national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres and a genuine community vibe. The Mid-North Coast is perfect for hiking, surfing, camping, fishing, exploration, sports, arts, theatre, food and wine.

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Allira Browne, Administration Team Leader on 6581 8258.

Interested in Applying?

Please complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to the essential and desirable criteria within the selection criteria, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.

You will find the position description & selection criteria (which ever applies) when you apply for the role.

You may find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your application.

Applications Close: Sunday 1 December 2024 11:30pm

Notes:

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.

Please upload documents in PDF format.

We often ask our preferred applicants to complete pre-employment checks. This may include: Reference Checks; National Criminal Police Check; Medical Assessment; Qualification Verification; Working with Children Check Verification.

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