The details:

About our opportunity

Due to the rapid growth within our region, we have a brand-new opportunity for a Community Facilities Planning Support Officer to join our team at Strathpine.

Reporting directly to the Community Facilities Planning Coordinator, you’ll provide business and project support across our Branch which is made up of Community Facilities Planning, Access and Inclusion, and Aboriginal Cultural Heritage. Specifically, you’ll be responsible for: 

• Developing, reviewing and maintaining processes, templates and resources
• Assessing, reviewing and providing responses to internal information and project referral requests
• Researching and preparing documentation as required, including briefing notes, Council reports, presentations etc
• Providing project support, including coordination and maintenance of project registers, event logistics and coordination, and procurement processes, including liaising with suppliers, obtaining quotes, raising purchase orders, processing invoices, and budget monitoring etc
• Providing various administrative support across the Branch, including email triage and processing of incoming and outgoing communications
• Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

About you

We’re looking for a proactive and innovative thinker with a positive and can-do attitude. You will have:

• Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with experience in advanced functions, data analysis, and spreadsheet management
• Experience with financial management systems, including raising and processing invoices
• Ability to identify process improvement and develop effective resources and templates
• Experience in the preparation of high-quality documentation
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Well-developed time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Well-developed communication skills with a strong focus on quality customer service and relationship building.

Tertiary qualification in relevant field and/or experience in business administration and systems management would be highly regarded.

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity that can make a real difference within our communities and shape the future of our Council, apply now to take the next step in your career!

Position Description

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Why join the City of Moreton Bay Team?

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline and our Mates in Construction program.

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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*Applications close midnight, Sunday 15 September 2024.