Administration Support Officer (Fixed Term) Portland VIC 3305, Australia Posted Wednesday 15 July 2026 at 2:00 pm | Expires Thursday 30 July 2026 at 1:59 pm FIXED TERM 9 MONTHS PART TIME - 24 HOURS PER WEEK (This position is offered on a fixed term basis as it is linked to parental leave backfill) $37.97 Gross per hour + Superannuation Our Values| Respect | Integrity | Teamwork | Service Excellence | Innovation About the Opportunity Located in one of the finest regional areas of Victoria, Council is seeking an Administration Support Officer to assist the Planning Unit. This key role is based within our Planning Unit and provides day-to-day administrative support for planning and development consents. The position plays a vital support role, assisting the Planning team in the effective delivery and administration of these functions.

This fixed term position is offered as a part time role for 24 hours per week. If you are someone who has administration experience, sound written and verbal communication skills this is a great opportunity for you to join Council and play a key role in delivering services to our community. As the Administration Support Officer, you will need:

- To provide effective and efficient administrative support to the Planning Unit.
- Effective verbal and written communications.
- Teamwork, collaboration and ability to adapt to a changing environment. We are looking for a highly organised individual with strong administrative skills to support the Planning team in delivering efficient planning assessment processes and responsive customer service. The successful applicant will be self-motivated, customer orientated and committed to delivering a high standard of service and results.



Why work for us? A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do. We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of perks for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, well‑being initiatives and salary sacrifice options available for gym memberships.

Glenelg Shire

Council is an equal prospect employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe working environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities. We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees.

This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes. Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks. We respectfully acknowledge the traditional lands and waters of the Gunditjmara people, Boandik people, Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages.

Council embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive community. Pre-employment Requirements: All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.

Applications Close: Thursday 30 July 2026 at 11:59pm Name: Matthew Berry

Position: Manager Planning and Development

Contact Phone: 03 5522 2307

📌 Administration Support Officer (Fixed Term) (Portland)
🏢 Glenelg Shire Council
📍 Portland