Building Services Officer

Shoalhaven City Council; Nowra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexitime for indoor staff

9-day fortnight for outdoor staff

Novated lease arrangements

Job summary

Shoalhaven City Council in Nowra, NSW, is offering a Fixed Term / Full Time role to support Building & Property Services systems and processes. The position runs 35 hours per week (Mon–Fri) with flexitime, located at the Nowra Administration Building, Bridge Road.

Parental Leave cover until November 2027, with a strong focus on data, compliance, and continuous improvement. We seek a proactive team player with a Certificate IV in Business or equivalent, strong MS Office skills (Access/Excel),

Qualifications

• TAFE Certificate IV in Business or equivalent.
• Demonstrated high level of competency in MS Office programs (Access, Excel).
• Attention to detail with ability to identify issues and propose solutions.
• Excellence in business administration supporting systems and processes.
• Ability to maintain data at a high standard within an information management system.
• Class C Driver's Licence.
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee work management processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain the inspection, testing and monitoring register for Building and Property Services.
• Assist the Business & Compliance Coordinator with ad hoc data collection and interpretation.
• Provide support to the team in relation to work request activities.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Attention to detail

Data management

Education

TAFE Certificate IV in Business

Equivalent experience

Tools

Access

MS Office suite

Job description

• Fixed Term / Full Time / Parental Leave cover until November 2027
• 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
• Located at Nowra Administration Building, Bridge Road

About the Role

Support the administration and improvement of Building & Property Services systems and processes, including work management, maintenance and customer request systems. The role involves identifying opportunities for improvement, supporting compliance activities and maintaining accurate records and registers. This includes:

• Oversee work management processes and identify opportunities for improvement
• Maintain the inspection, testing and monitoring register for Building and Property Services
• Assist the Business & Compliance Coordinator with ad hoc data collection and interpretation
• Provide support to the team in relation to work request activities

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

About You

• TAFE Certificate IV in Business (or other qualification and/or experience deemed to be equivalent).
• Demonstrated high level of competency in the use of MS Office programs (Access, Excel)
• Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to identify issues and suggest solutions
• Demonstrated excellence in business administration supporting systems and processes
• Demonstrated ability to effectively maintain data at a high standard within an information management system
• Class C Driver's Licence
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented team player with strong problem-solving skills, a keen eye for accuracy, and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders. Experience with business systems and a continuous improvement mindset will be highly regarded.

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

Applications Close: Thursday, 22 October 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Lara Favelle - Business Compliance Coordinator - 02 4429 3***

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• NSW Welcome Experience

Conditions apply as per the Local Government State Award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.