Administration Officer – Works Department

About the role

Meander Valley Council is seeking a versatile and enthusiastic Administration Officer to join its Works department at the new Works depot in Westbury, about 25 minutes' drive from Launceston. Reporting to the Director Works, the officer carries out a wide range of administrative tasks and provides good customer service to internal and external customers, supporting the day-to-day running of the Works Department. The position is full-time, though part-time arrangements of at least 25 hours per week may be negotiated; standard hours apply but occasional work outside normal hours is needed.

Required profile

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• A strong customer service focus
• The ability to stay calm, organised and solutions focused
• A collaborative, flexible approach and willingness to support colleagues
• High accuracy and attention to detail

Required skills

• Strong computer skills, confident with Microsoft Office and customised systems

What we offer

• 19-day month with a rostered day off for full-time staff
• Superannuation of 15.5% total (including 3.5% above the standard rate) or an equivalent package with extra salary
• Employee gym, Employee Assistance Program and regular wellbeing initiatives
• 12 days personal leave per year plus a one-off 5-day allocation on starting, up to 8 weeks of council-paid parental leave and 17.5% annual leave loading
• Professional development opportunities and free on-site parking

Annual base salary is negotiated according to qualifications, skills and experience, starting from $72,519 (pro rata for part-time), with the option to choose extra salary or extra superannuation under the Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025. Applications include an application form, a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (maximum 3 pages) and a current resume, sent by email before 9am on Tuesday 3 November.