About the opportunity

Are you a proactive and experienced administrative professional with a passion for infrastructure? Join our dynamic team as a Senior Business Support Officer.
As the Senior Business Support Officer you'll support the planning, delivery, and management of Council's civil and environmental infrastructure, including flooding, stormwater drainage, bridges, culverts, roads, and traffic and transport facilities. You'll report to the Program Coordinator and will work closely with the Asset Planning Manager, Asset Planning Coordinator and Stormwater and Flood Mitigation Coordinator and their subsequent teams, assisting with the development, community engagement and delivery of strategies, policies and implementation plans.
To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration

$68,740 - $79,594 per annum plus superannuation

The Benefits

• Full-time, 35 hours per week
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 12% superannuation
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members
• Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley!

About you

You will be a motivated individual with experience in supporting multiple teams in a busy administrative setting. Your knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and other technology will ensure your success in this role.

What's next?

This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in a role that directly impacts our infrastructure projects and community well-being. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to meaningful projects, we want to hear from you by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume and cover letter.
Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.
We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.
Applications Close: Thursday 12 September 2024 at 11.30pm
Who to Contact: Emma Beattie, Program Coordinator, on (02) 493 4244
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.