Administration Assistant - Operations

The Mid-Western Regional Council area covers an area of more than 9,000 square kilometres and the total population of the Mid-Western Region exceeds 25,000. As the Mid-Western Region continues to grow and prosper at a steady rate, Council currently employs over 365 people. With it being one of regional NSW’s fastest-growing areas, Mudgee provides many reasons to relocate with great lifestyle benefits. We are seeking an Administration Assistant to work with Roads, Water, Sewer, Waste and Development engineering departments by providing professional, efficient and customer focused administrative support within the Operations Directorate. Key Accountabilities To provide accurate and timely administrative and secretarial support to Roads, Water, Sewer, Waste and Development Engineering departments; To liaise with customers and contractors and provide excellent customer service support for the Roads, Water, Sewer, Waste and Development Engineering departments; To implement processes to ensure the effective and efficient flow of information and documentation relevant to each department including updating Council’s electronic record management system; To cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of Mid-Western Regional Council; Other duties as directed by the supervisor not exceeding the skill level of the position; and To actively promote and demonstrate the core values and behavioural requirements of the Workplace Environment Statement To be successful in the role you will have Business (Office Administration) Certificate III or 2 years equivalent administration experience; Demonstrated experience in a business administration position; Extensive experience and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of applications; High level of interpersonal skills and an ability to work with a wide range of people; Comprehensive time management and organisational skills; Strong working ability to assess situations and determine solutions; Strong working ability to handle difficult situations confidently and sensitively; Experience in a high volume, customer focused administration role supporting an individual or team; Knowledge of workplace health and safety responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training Current class C drivers licence. The annual salary range being offered for the position of Community Services Officer is $2343.80 -$2638.60 per fortnight (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience) plus superannuation, an RDO every four weeks and long service leave after 5 years. Please note - you must address the selection criteria contained in the online questionnaire for your application to be considered. Mid-Western Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to apply for any positions at Council. Further information can be obtained from: Lisa Cartmell, executive Assistant, Operations (02) 6378 2*** Kim Stanton or Libbie Coe, HR Officers (02) 6378 2***
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