Support impactful community projects with high-level admin and project coordination in our Parks and Active Communities Unit—where every day makes a difference.

About the role:

• Provide high-level administrative and project support across a range of programs, events, and initiatives within the Parks and Active Communities Unit.
• Apply strong and clear communication, analytical, and organisational skills while working independently and flexibly across tasks
• Develop in-depth knowledge of the Unit’s operations to effectively support diverse community-focused projects.
• Liaise with internal teams, external stakeholders, volunteers, and the public to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Use Council’s records and corporate systems to manage documents, finances, and operational reporting.

What's on offer:

• a base salary ranging from $62,124 per annum with competency-based increments up to $71,178 per annum, plus 12% super
• a maximum-term contract up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension or permanency subject to performance, funding and operational need
• 70-hour, 9-day fortnight
• training and development opportunities
• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
• generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more).

We are seeking:

• A Certificate III in Business Administration (or equivalent) and proven experience delivering high-quality administrative support.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and confidence using corporate information systems.
• Strong written communication and attention to detail, with the ability to prepare reports, meeting documents, and maintain accurate records.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and deliver outstanding customer service.
• A proactive team player with strong problem-solving, time management, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

About us:

• Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
• The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.
• Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options.
• Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.

Where it's located:

This position is based in Murwillumbah and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position closes:

Friday 07 November 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.

SK97188A