Shape your future, your way – with Moree Plains Shire Council.

Looking for more than just a job? At Moree Plains Shire Council, you’ll step into a role where your work matters – to your team, your community, and your career. We’re a forward-thinking Council with a bold vision for growth, innovation and liveability. Join us and enjoy a dynamic work environment, genuine work-life balance, and the chance to make a real impact where it counts.

Whether you’re driven by career development, community connection or a tree-change lifestyle with real opportunity – this is where it all comes together.

• Permanent Full-Time Career Opportunity – 35 hours per week
• Attractive salary ranging from $1,492.80 up to $1,717.70
• 12% Superannuation Contribution.
• Location - Moree

WHY CHOOSE COUNCIL?

• Job Security & Stability – Local government roles offer long-term employment prospects backed by a stable funding base and clear governance structures.
• Award-Based Pay & Benefits – Competitive salaries under the NSW Local Government (State) Award and generous leave entitlements (including annual, personal, parental, and long service leave).
• Great Work-Life Balance – Rostered Day Off Every 3 Weeks - An extra 17 days off a year.
• Professional Development & Career Pathways – Funded training, study assistance, and clear progression opportunities across diverse roles and departments within Council.
• Community Impact – The chance to directly contribute to the liveability, growth, and sustainability of the Moree Plains region, with work that makes a tangible difference to residents.
• Inclusive & Supportive Workplace Culture – A collaborative environment that values diversity, equity, and employee wellbeing.
• Regional Lifestyle Benefits – Enjoy the affordability, community spirit, and relaxed pace of regional NSW living, with less congestion and more connection.

At Moree Plains Shire Council, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services that support our community and empower our teams. We’re seeking an experienced and professional Coordinator Business Services to provide strategic, executive and administrative support to the Director Planning & Development while leading a small, high-performing business support team.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Director Planning & Development, this role leads the Business Services team to ensure the smooth, efficient and professional operation of the department. You’ll oversee office coordination, governance processes, project support and customer service delivery while embedding a culture of accountability, collaboration and service excellence.

Your remit will include:

Providing executive and administrative support to the Director and departmental leadership.

Coordinating business operations, including finance tasks, procurement, correspondence, records and reporting.

Leading a small team to deliver consistent and high-quality business services.

Overseeing departmental correspondence, CRM requests, and customer communications.

Managing meetings, events and inter-departmental projects with professionalism and precision.

Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.

This is a hands-on coordination role for someone who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys balancing strategic oversight with practical delivery.

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About You

You’re a highly organised, forward-thinking professional who thrives on structure, problem-solving and leading others to deliver exceptional results. You pride yourself on being calm under pressure, with strong attention to detail and an ability to manage competing priorities with discretion and confidence.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

A Certificate IV in Business Administration or equivalent with demonstrated experience in providing high-level executive and administrative support.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and advanced computer literacy.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with accuracy and attention to detail.

Proven ability to coordinate projects, manage workflows and lead a small team.

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with a focus on professionalism and confidentiality.

A current Class C Driver’s Licence.

Experience within Local Government, or using systems such as Authority, Content Manager or Envisio, will be highly regarded.

If you’re a proactive professional looking to lead a high-performing team and help drive operational excellence across a dynamic Council directorate, this is your opportunity to make an impact --> APPLY NOW!