Administrative Officer
Temporary / Part Time / 12 month contract
• Salary: $26,710 - $30,021 gross p.a. plus 12% Super (pro rata)
• 14 hours per week (2 days per week)
• Located at Nowra Administration Building, Bridge Road, Nowra
• Applications close Wednesday, 5 August 2026 (at midnight)
About the Role
Provide high-level administrative support to the Environmental Health Unit and assist
with broader administrative functions across the City Development Directorate,
including providing backup support during leave and operational requirements. The
main duties of this role includes:
• Provide high level administrative support to the professional staff in the
Environmental Health Unit.
• Assist other administrative employees within City Development Directorate as
required and provide backup during times of leave or other operational
requirements.
• Provide first point of contact for the Environmental Health Unit, action queries
where possible or promptly refer to the appropriate persons to facilitate effective
communication.
• Use Council's authorised recordkeeping system(s) to create, receive and capture
corporate records relevant to the responsibilities of the position in accordance
with Council's Records Management Policy.
• Research and analyse information under the direction of Managers/Professional
staff, to provide accurate and timely information for decision making and
responding to specific enquiries
Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive
list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:
• Certificate III in Office Administration (or equivalent) or equivalent related
experience
• Proof of right to work in Australia
• Demonstrated ability to handle difficult and confidential matters in an
appropriate manner
• Demonstrated experience and competence in the use of Windows based
computer programs and word processing packages
How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You
will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and respond to questions
regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of
the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as
outlined in the job advertisement.
1. 2. 3. 4. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration,
Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you
have enacted this value in a professional setting.
Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills,
qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
What does excellent customer service mean to you?
Please provide an example of how you prioritise competing workloads and
deadlines.
Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a
Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low
Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.
For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how
to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application,
please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3203.
Applications Close: Wednesday, 5 August 2026 (at midnight)
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Dione Eggins – Coordinator
- Administration North – 02 4444 8800
Why Work with UsThe Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable
lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we
pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work
together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of
everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career
options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff
professional development.
Benefits include:
• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee
Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• NSW Welcome Experience
**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We
welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+
community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with
a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and
safety of all children and young people.
