Administration Officer Planning and Environment
Part Time, hours negotiable
Salary commencing at $34.61 per hour (plus superannuation)
About Hindmarsh Shire Council
Hindmarsh Shire is nestled amongst National Parks, lakes, and rivers. Our proud agricultural sector is the backbone of our economy, with small business and other entrepreneurial industries on the rise. Hindmarsh Shire Council services an area of over 7527km2 and has hybrid Customer Service Centres and Libraries in Dimboola, Jeparit and Rainbow and standalone services in Nhill.
About the Role
We are seeking an administration officer to support our Planning and Environment team, which oversees the regulatory functions of planning, building, local laws and environmental health. Responsibilities include supporting the administering of planning applications, local law permits, data recording and reporting, letter writing, raising purchase orders and invoicing, along with maintaining email inboxes, distribution of workflows and customer service. Excellent attention to detail, communication and organisation skills will ensure that you thrive in this role.
If you love working for the community and within a team – this is the job for you! You will also need to be proficient in the Microsoft office suite and willing to learn to use specialised IT software relevant to the position. Experience in a similar administration position will be looked upon favourably, however, training will also be provided on the job. If you’re interested in a career in Local Government, this is a great starting point!
To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume and the online application form via our website. You will be able to tell us how your skills and experience relate to the following key selection criteria (via the application form):
• Excellent word processing skills
• Demonstrated experience working unsupervised
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to adapt to in-house systems
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal with enquiries in a professional and discreet manner
• Ability to plan and organise one’s own work.
• Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical, police check and Working with Children Check.
Applications that do not address the key selection criteria may not be considered for shortlisting to the interview stage.
Applications close Wednesday 30 April 2025 at 12:00noon.
For enquiries relating to this position, please contact Cherylee Shandley, Manager Planning and Environment, on 03 5391 4444.
Hindmarsh Shire Council is committed to increasing diversity across the organisation. We encourage anyone to apply for our vacancies regardless of their age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status.
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
Why work with Hindmarsh Shire Council?
Our wellbeing benefits include:
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flu Vaccinations, Health and Skin Checks
Our flexible work benefits may include:
• Working from home or hybrid working arrangements
• Rostered Day Off
Our leave benefits include:
• Annual Leave
• Sick and Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 7 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
Our development benefits include:
• Training Courses and Professional Development opportunities
• Education Assistance