INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fifth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing, transport and health care. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.

Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 69,000 and is culturally rich with 17.4% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

Administration Officer – Regional Fruit Fly

Salary: $74,916.40 per annum pro rata

Closing: Friday 25 September 2026

Part Time (16 hrs p/w) – Temporary (To 30 June 2027)

Join the Fight Against Queensland Fruit Fly!

Are you passionate about supporting projects and helping the horticulture industry thrive? We’re looking for a proactive team player to assist with communication, engagement, and project support activities.

In this dynamic role, you’ll:

- Connect with customers and stakeholders
- Manage social media and community engagement
- Coordinate events and workshops
- Keep things running smoothly behind the scenes

If you have excellent communication skills, love working with people, and can juggle tasks with ease, this is your chance to make a real impact!

Job Details:

- Part-time 16 hours per week
- Based in Shepparton or Cobram




- Flexible hours and meaningful work
- May be required to attend out of hours meetings
- Apply now and help protect our region’s horticulture future!

For further information about this position, please contact Ross Abberfield, Regional Fruit Fly Coordinator on mobile 0466 517 664. Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.

We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to being a child protected organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is at the centre of our everyday thinking and service delivery.

Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.

All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.

📌 Administration Officer - Regional Fruit Fly (Shepparton)
🏢 Greater Shepparton City Council
📍 Shepparton