Are you a master of organisation with a touch of adaptability? Do you excel at keeping things running smoothly while adding your own professional flair? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support the Director of Corporate Services.

Position Objective:

You will provide high-level executive assistance and administrative support to the Director of Corporate Services, enabling the efficient operation of the Corporate Services Directorate.

This integral role includes a variety of responsibilities, such as:

• Delivering executive-level assistance and developing streamlined administrative systems to support the Director's leadership functions.
• Preparing agendas, recording and distributing meeting minutes, and ensuring meetings are effectively documented.
• Handling confidential research and documentation with professionalism and discretion.
• Supporting the Director in program and project management activities, including tracking milestones and progress.
• Undertaking business analysis to improve processes and inform statistical reporting.
• Managing responses to business and customer enquiries on behalf of the Director, ensuring timely action and clear communication.
• Monitoring tasks and ensuring document storage complies with Council standards for retrieval and security.
• Coordinating travel arrangements for the team to ensure efficient and seamless planning.
• Assisting with additional delegated tasks to support the Corporate Services Directorate.

Essential Criteria:

• Exceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven ability toadapt, problem-solve and multitask in a professional environment.

Why Join Us?

This is a dynamic opportunity to work alongside a focused and self-sufficient Director, contributing to the smooth operation of a critical Directorate. Your role will be central to success, offering a blend of meaningful responsibility and professional growth.

In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:

• Base annual salary of $ 82,690.71
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with an RDO.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Apply now to be a key player in the Corporate Services team, where your skills will shine in a supportive and collaborative environment!

How to apply:

Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role.

Applications Close:

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! This vacancy may close earlier than expected, so don't delay in submitting your application to avoid missing out.

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).

***Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusiveworkplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.