Strategic Executive Admin to the Mayor & Councillors

Southern Downs Regional Council; Warwick; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted corporate health insurance

Wellness initiatives and health checks

Generous leave provisions

Job summary

Southern Downs Regional Council in Warwick, QLD is seeking an Executive Administration Assistant to the Mayor and Councillors. The role delivers high-quality admin and coordination support, underpinning the Mayoral Office’s performance for the community.

Permanent, full-time position based in Warwick with a 72.5-hour fortnight and salary range of $3,123.71–$3,334.61 per fortnight plus 12% superannuation and leave loading. Applications close early October 2026.

Qualifications

• Legal right to live and work in Australia is required.
• A Class C licence or higher is required.
• Certificate in Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or ability to obtain.
• Understanding of Local Government operations, including the Mayor, Councillors and Council staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate executive administrative duties for the Mayor and Councillors.
• Deliver accurate, high-quality admin support for the Mayoral Office.
• Assist senior leadership in a fast-paced local government environment.

Skills

Executive administration coordination

Local Government operations knowledge

Education

Certificate in Business Administration

A Class C licence

Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

Job description

Southern Downs Regional Council in Warwick, QLD is seeking an Executive Administration Assistant to the Mayor and Councillors. The role delivers high-quality admin and coordination support, underpinning the Mayoral Office’s performance for the community.

Permanent, full-time position based in Warwick with a 72.5-hour fortnight and salary range of $3,123.71–$3,334.61 per fortnight plus 12% superannuation and leave loading. Applications close early October 2026.