Executive Assistant To Director Business Services

• Are you driven by the opportunity to work for a thriving regional City committed to organisational excellence?
• Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges and learn from the best?
• We work together with you to create a culture based on respect, trust and inclusiveness.
• We embrace flexible working conditions and are always open to discussing your individual requirements so that you get to create your own experience with us.
• A leading survey recently found Mandurah is one of the top 10 domestic regions Australians would choose to work from when working remotely.

Imagine a future with us

The City of Mandurah (CoM) is one of the main cultural ambassadors and project leaders for Mandurah. We not only support and empower local businesses, create local jobs and opportunities but foster innovation and creativity in enterprise whilst considering the impact to our beautiful environment. We are woven by waterways (gabi), a city with a village heart (mandjoo koort).

At CoM, we look out for one another; prioritise respect, are fair, look after your development and wellbeing; foster an inclusive culture and embrace diversity in all forms. We’re committed to continually building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people feel appreciated and accepted and achieve their full potential. Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. At CoM you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realise your full potential.

But enough about us, let’s talk about you

We are in the market for a highly organised and enthusiastic individual to fill the newly created position of Executive Assistant to the Director Business Services. You are passionate about your profession and enjoy the rewards of a good challenge as well as providing a high level of professional secretarial support to your Director and leadership team.

This role is unique in the sense that you will not only be providing effective administration but also assisting with the implementation of programs and initiatives adopted in support of the Council’s Community Charter, Strategic Plan, and Directorate Business Plans.

What can you bring to the team?

• Secretarial or Business/ Finance qualifications.
• Significant experience in an office manager or secretarial/ personal assistant role.
• The ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Advanced office and secretarial skills with exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to research, digest, analyse, and present material clearly and concisely.
• The ability to deliver training to a large number of City officers relating to finance and procurement.

The finer details

This permanent full-time Level 4 (four) position attracts a pro-rata salary range of $75, 419 to $81,093 gross per annum dependent on qualifications and experience. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style, and if you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. For further information or any enquiries, please contact Deb Bridson, Executive Assistant to the CEO at (08) 9550 3***.

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible. As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test.

Why work with us?

You will be working for the City of Mandurah, an employer of choice and one of Western Australia’s fastest growing local authorities. Our vision at the City is “Woven by waterways, a City with a village heart” and all our employees instil the values of connected, integrity, excellence, courage and innovate.

There are many advantages in working for the City, including:

• A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions including salary sacrificing options.
• Access to free staff parking and less than 50 mins to Perth by train and car.
• Superannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC) payments with matching additional contributions made by the City in accordance with the City’s Enterprise Agreement.
• Health & wellbeing initiatives, including free recreation centre membership.
• Discounted medical insurance
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your amazingness and take your career to the next level
• Flexible working hours including 9-day fortnight, 19-day month and working from home options.
• Transparent performance framework – approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your line manager.
• Generous leave entitlements – provisions for many forms of leave; including annual, personal/ carers, parental, study, cultural, domestic violence, compassionate and bereavement leave.
• Employee Assistance Program support – you are encouraged to use this free short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.
• A vibrant Employee Reward & Recognition Program
• Did we mention Study Assistance, a social club, corporate uniform and much more!

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer

Attachments:
- Executive AssistantBusiness Services - Position Description.pdf