Environment & Planning Admin & Operations Officer

Douglas Shire Council; Douglas Shire; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Shire Council is seeking an Environment and Planning Business Support Officer for a 12 month parental leave cover. The role provides broad administrative support across Planning, Resource Management, Local Laws, Environmental Health and Sustainability.

Key duties include purchasing, invoicing, data management and maintaining spreadsheets, with a focus on efficiency and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Suitable qualifications and/or demonstrated admin experience is required.
• Current Queensland driver’s licence is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in customer service environments.
• Experience in administrative activities including recordkeeping.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to carry out delegated tasks to a high standard delivering timely, accurate outcomes.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with purchasing, reconciliation and processing of invoices, reporting, data management and maintenance of spreadsheets/registers.
• Contribute to maximising the functions of Environment and Planning Unit.
• Establish best practice in administration and provision of professional services.
• Collaborate with Environment and Planning Unit and Corporate and Communities Department.

Skills

Administration experience

Customer service

Recordkeeping

Oral and written communication

Work with minimal supervision

Team player

Integrity and discretion

Education

Admin qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Douglas Shire Council is seeking an Environment and Planning Business Support Officer for a 12 month parental leave cover. The role provides broad administrative support across Planning, Resource Management, Local Laws, Environmental Health and Sustainability.

Key duties include purchasing, invoicing, data management and maintaining spreadsheets, with a focus on efficiency and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.