Administration Officer Compliance

Western Downs Regional Council; Western Downs Regional; Remote; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness programs

12% Superannuation

Career development

Corporate Health Plan

Health & Wellbeing program

Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging

Locality Allowance

Leave loading

Uniforms & PPE

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Job summary

Western Downs Regional Council is seeking an Administration Officer Compliance to support planning and development compliance administration within the Planning and Development Compliance Team. You will contribute to efficient processing and services that help projects stay on track and compliant.

The role emphasises customer service, strong computer literacy and attention to detail, with opportunities for growth and access to a broad benefits program in a regional council setting.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills
• High level of computer literacy and ability to learn new systems and processes
• Good problem-solving ability
• Strong analytical ability and a track record for delivering work based on process
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines, and work under pressure
• Very strong attention to detail
• High level of competency with Word, language and grammatical skills

Skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

Problem solving

Analytical ability

Prioritisation & deadlines

Attention to detail

Word proficiency

Job description

About the role

The Administration Officer Compliance is responsible for providing a full range of planning and development compliance administration support and to assist with the efficient and effective performance of the Planning and Development Compliance Team and its operations. The Community and Liveability Division provides a range of services to ensure the sustainability of community and Council infrastructure aimed at enhancing the liveability and environment of our growing region.

About you

• Well-developed customer service skills
• High level of computer literacy and ability to learn new systems and processes
• Good problem-solving ability
• Strong analytical ability and a track record for delivering work based on process
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines, and work under pressure
• Very strong attention to detail
• High level of competency with Word, language and grammatical skills

Benefits

• Work / life balance with flexible work arrangements and wellness programs
• Superannuation contribution of twelve (12) per cent in addition to annual salary
• Growth opportunities including skill development, mentorship, and career advancement
• Access to Corporate Health Plan
• Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support
• Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling
• Salary Packaging Available
• Allowances such as Locality Allowance may be applicable
• Leave Loading of 17.5% on top of base rate of pay while on Annual Leave
• Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
• Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be provided to the preferred candidate if relocating to the Western Downs Region

About us

Western Downs Regional Council has been awarded the Large Employer of the Year award at the Darling Downs South West Region Queensland Training Awards for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. Be part of a team that make a real difference within the communities we serve. Our mission drives us, and we want you to be part of the journey.

Applications close: 04-Nov-2026 11:59 pm