Deliver high‐level administrative support to a senior Manager that enables effective decision‐making and service delivery.
Closes in 6 days
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Category
Administration
Location
Type
Permanent Full-time
$93K – $101K Total Remuneration Package
Vacancy No: ****
Permanent - Full-time
Why work with us?
At Council, we're proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award‐winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you'll want to join our team !
With the vision to be Australia's most sustainable region -Connected. Liveable. Thriving , our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About the Role
Sunshine Coast Council are seeking 2x experienced Manager's Assistant's across two key branches. Urban Growth Projects and Economic Development sit within Council's Sustainable Growth and Planning directorate, and both play a critical role in supporting our Sunshine Coast region. These branches support sustainable growth and community outcomes through strategic planning, infrastructure coordination and economic development initiatives. They work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver integrated transport, stormwater, growth area solutions, attract investment, support industry and create long‐term economic and community benefits, supporting Council's vision of a connected, liveable and thriving region.
As the Manager's Assistant, you will provide high‐level,



confidential administrative and customer support to the Manager while acting as a central point of contact for the branch. These are dynamic and trusted roles where your organisational skills, judgement and proactive approach directly support leadership effectiveness, service delivery and positive stakeholder outcomes.
Provide comprehensive support, including diary, meeting and workflow management.
Prepare high‐quality correspondence, reports, agendas and minutes, following up actions as required.
Coordinate internal and external communications and maintain accurate electronic records.
Support branch operations through administration, HR processes and stakeholder event coordination.
Both position's are based at Sunshine Coast City Hall , in the heart of Maroochydore CBD. This state of the art and sustainable building is designed to achieve an innovative and collaborative workspace.
About you
You're highly organised and thrive in fast‐paced environments, confidently managing competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
You communicate professionally and clearly, building solid relationships and delivering excellent customer service with tact, discretion and confidence.
You bring experience in administrative or office support roles and use initiative, sound judgement and problem‐solving skills to keep things moving smoothly.
You're tech‐savvy and comfortable using a range of systems and software,



with a commitment to confidentiality, continuous improvement and quality outcomes.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating aninclusive, culturally diverse , healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
Flexibility:We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
Extras:Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packagingoptions on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
For specific enquiries contact Karen Walters during business hours on ************.
We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team .
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
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