About the role:

Council is seeking an application from an enthusiastic, experienced and suitably qualified person to join our team as Administration Support Officer.

In this pivotal role, you will ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Director’s office by managing correspondence, coordinating meetings, preparing reports and briefings, and facilitating communication across the organisation and with external stakeholders.

About you:

The successful candidate will be highly organised, discreet, and proactive, with excellent communication skills and a professional approach. You will have strong attention to detail, the ability to manage competing priorities, and be confident using digital tools to support executive level operations. A collaborative mindset and a commitment to high quality service are essential.

For further information regarding this position, please contact Steve Van Orsouw (03 5494 1200)

About us:

Be part of an organisation that understands the importance of work life balance and offers a variety of policies and practices to support you with this. At Loddon, we firmly believe in the importance of investing in our staff.

Located in a unique and wonderful part of Central Victoria, about 175 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, Loddon Shire is home to over 7500 residents, and supports a vibrant and growing agribusiness and horticulture sector. We deliver a broad range of programs and services to enhance the sustainability and liveability for the community.

Carpool services are on offer for travel between Marong and Wedderburn.

To apply:

To apply for this position, please click on the “apply now” button and follow the prompts.

Applicants must address the key selection criteria in the position description to be considered for an interview.

Loddon Shire Council actively encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, and LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at Loddon.

If you have any support or access requirements or would like to speak to someone about employment process please contact our organisation development department on (03) 5494 1200.

Loddon Shire Council is a Child Safe organisation and endeavours to promote child safe, child friendly practices.

To be eligible for employment at Loddon Shire Council you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or be legally entitled to work in Australia.

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet every criterion. At Loddon Shire Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to click the APPLY button now and submit your application.

Applications for this position will close 10 November 2025 at 5:00pm