18th September, 2024

Administration Support Officer
Part time and Full time Positions available

Our Region
Ingham is uniquely positioned just over an hour north of Townsville and approximately three hours south of Cairns and is within the tropical paradise of the Hinchinbrook Shire. With Ingham at its centre, the region is surrounded by rugged mountain ranges, giant waterfalls, the Great Barrier Reef, wild beaches and tropical islands. It’s a place where breathtaking scenery, unique wildlife, world-class fishing experiences, delicious, locally sourced food, inspirational art and 60,000 years of culture are all weaved into one incredible story: The Hinchinbrook Way.

The Opportunity
If you enjoy variety and thrive in roles ranging from front counter customer service to behind-the-scenes support and other administrative, technical, or professional tasks, this role is perfect for you!

These opportunities offer the chance to provide exceptional customer service, experience variety in daily tasks, and gain skills in a fast-paced Local Government setting. As experienced by current and previous staff, these roles provide the platform for a variety of other exciting opportunities within Local Government and are an ideal way to establish and grow your career.

To be successful, you will demonstrate personal attributes that are consistent with Councils values of Integrity, People Focused, Excellence and Sustainability and you will possess the following:

Skills and Qualifications:

• High level of communication and interpersonal skills suited to a corporate environment;
• Ability to quickly acquire knowledge of Council’s organisational structure and functions;
• Intermediate ability in the use of Microsoft Word and adaptability to learn new systems;
• Ability to confidently undertake a range of customer service and administration duties and responsibilities;
• Commitment to working part time or fulltime hours as per rostered requirements;
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality of information; and
• Current Queensland ‘C’ Class licence.

Our Council
Hinchinbrook Shire Council is one of the largest employers in the region with approximately 200 employees working across multiple technical, administrative, operational and senior management roles. Our team enjoys a fair, equitable and flexible workplace so that our staff can enjoy the many attractions and events that come with living in the Hinchinbrook community. Council offers favourable working conditions including a nine-day fortnight for most roles, generous superannuation and leave entitlements.

What Council Offers:

• Up to 72.5 hours per fortnight – depending on position
• Up to 12.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% annual leave loading
• 15 days paid sick/parental leave
• Salary Packaging options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accredited Mental Health First Aid Officers
• Annual Flu vaccinations + Skin Checks
• Corporate Uniforms (annual allowance) and PPE supplied

General Salary Information:
Level 2 (full time equivalent) $65,200 per annum plus superannuation - $34.58 per hour.

Pre-employment Screening
Pre-employment screening may include Medicals, Drug and Alcohol Testing, and Criminal History Checks to ensure capability to perform the inherent requirements of the role.

How to Apply

Closing Date: 2 October 2024

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted.

The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the closing date, whichever is sooner.

For More Information:
Thank you for your consideration and interest in this position. For a confidential discussion, contact Business Services Coordinator Paula Bailey on 4776 4771.

Hinchinbrook Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and disadvantaged job seekers are encouraged to apply. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.