The Administration team is a unique shared service support team of four (4) working on a rotation of diverse tasks – with the full rotation of the tasks potentially taking up to 12 months to cover, as rotations generally change quarterly.

Here is some of what you will be doing:

• Data Entry – Administration of databases
• NSW Planning Portal management
• Planning certificates
• Cemetery booking administration
• Meeting Support – responsible for agendas and minutes
• Document formatting and branding
• Administration of Council’s advertising needs
• Online form development and uploads to Council’s website
• Travel administration
• Financial reconciliations and purchase requisitioning
• Research and special projects
• Collation of accurate data for completion of monthly reports
• Participation in partnership working groups
• Engaging with the public and stakeholders, to effectively manage matters and deliver positive customer experiences

Reporting directly to the Manager Corporate & Customer Experience you will support Broken Hill City Council in playing a key role in the delivery of administration support to Council’s service units.

The successful candidate must have the proven ability to communicate well with others, have high level written and verbal communications skills and sound computer literacy skills.

The ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate the following:

• A ‘can do’ attitude focused on delivering outcomes.
• Commitment to a strong values culture and a preparedness to ‘Play your Role’ and a preparedness to make a positive contribution when serving our community.
• Building a culture where the values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability and Improvement are championed.
• Commitment to embracing Council’s Customer Service Framework and to ‘Think like the Customer’.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and embracing change.
• Have a commitment to the liveability of our community and making our city a great place to live, work and play.

Benefits of working for Council include:

• Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks’ annual leave
• Paid Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service
• Corporate Health and Wellbeing programs
• Employee growth and development opportunities
• Salary packaging options
• Social Clubs

The appointment will be subject to:

• Pre-employment Medical
• National Police and Background Check
• Reference Checks

Job reference: BHCC-CCE-03

Please see attached Administration Officer Position Description

Note: Previous applicants need not apply.

Duties performed will include all accountabilities listed in the position description (see attached) Administration Officer Position Description. Please carefully review the job description before submitting an application to determine your suitability for this position.

For further information and to apply for this role, Click Here and provide Council with a two-page (max.) cover letter that focusses on how you meet the essential requirements of the role; demonstrate your successes in previous roles, and an up-to-date CV with at least two current referees.

Any questions about the role can be directed to Michelle Rolton, Manager Corporate & Customer Experience on (08) 8080 3360.

Applications close Friday 4 July 2025 at 5.00pm (ACST)

Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. People from Indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Council’s People and Culture Department on (08) 8080 3346 or 8080 3347.

Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.