Introduction
Moorabool is not only a great place to work; it's also a great place to live.
We support fewer in person hours, our people are afforded ultimate flexibility that meets the needs of each individual.
Band 6 $96,****** to $104,****** + 12% Superannuation
Full-Time, Ongoing
Based at Darley
About Council
Moorabool Shire Council is a progressive organisation that is experiencing rapid growth and surging development. We offer a perfect blend of picturesque and friendly surrounds where you can enjoy an urban lifestyle in towns like Bacchus Marsh or take advantage of Moorabool's smaller towns and hamlets, rural open spaces and natural surrounds.
Our focus is on building a healthy, inclusive and connected community; a liveable and thriving setting and an organisation that listens and adapts to the need of our evolving communities.
The Role
Working within the Governance & Civic Support team, you will be responsible for coordinating Council meeting processes, maintaining key governance registers, supporting risk and compliance initiatives and undertaking freedom of information activities. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same, offering the opportunity to work closely with Councillors, senior leaders and stakeholders across the organisation while contributing to projects that strengthen Council's governance framework and service delivery.
What We Offer
Outstanding flexible working arrangements - make working with us work for you
Up to two additional annual leave days depending on leave accruals
Access to 3 health and wellbeing days over the life of our Health and Wellbeing Strategy
Eligibility for parental leave after six months service
Payment of increments whilst on parental leave
Six months of super paid on unpaid parental leave
Flexibility Spread of Hours Clause




Updates to our Discretionary Leave Clause to include gender affirmation related activities, natural disaster and foster caring.
About You
You are a highly organised and proactive professional with excellent communication skills and a strong eye for detail. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where prioritisation, discretion and sound judgement are essential. With experience in local government, governance, administration or a related field, you enjoy building positive working relationships and working collaboratively to deliver quality outcomes. You are confident preparing reports and correspondence, managing competing priorities and navigating legislative and regulatory requirements with professionalism and integrity. You bring well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, a willingness to learn and adapt and an understanding of governance principles, risk management and organisational compliance.
If you are looking for a role where you can make a meaningful contribution to the effective operation of Council and the delivery of services to the community, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications will close by *****pm on Sunday 16th August ****.
If you are experiencing difficulties with your application please contact People Services on *********.
Moorabool Shire Council is proudly committed to:
Being a family friendly, gender inclusive and equal opportunity employer
Promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children under the age of 18
Supporting the Human Rights Charter
Please be advised we do not accept applications through agencies
We encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability
Only those with the right to work in Australia will be considered.
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📌 Governance Officer (Gov08) (Melbourne)
🏢 Moorabool Shire Council
📍 Melbourne