Executive Administration Assistant to Mayor and Councillors

Southern Downs Regional Council – Warwick QLD

Are you ready to join Council in an exciting role working closely with the Mayor and Councillors? In this role, you will provide high-quality, executive administration coordination in this highly trusted role which operates at the heart of the organisation. You will deliver productive, accurate and reliable professional administration and support services, in a matter that both underpins and enhances the performance of the Mayoral Office for the benefit of the community we serve.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love variety and enjoy working with senior leadership, this is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to step into an enriching and rewarding career in Local Government.

STATUS:

Permanent, Full-time

HOURS of WORK:

72.5 hours per fortnight | 9-day fortnight

PAY LEVEL:

$3,123.71 - $3,334.61 per fortnight (Level 3)

Plus 12% Superannuation and 17.5% Annual Leave Loading in accordance with Council’s Enterprise Agreement and the relevant Award.

Pay rate dependant on relevant skills and experience.

EMPLOYMENT BASE:

Warwick, Queensland

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:

09:00AM – Tuesday, 13th October 2026

What you will need in this role

For full details of this position, please ensure you download the Position Description.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

- Legal right to live and work in Australia





MANDATORY LICENCES & QUALIFICATIONS

- A Class C (car) licence or greater is required in this role.
- Certificate in Business Administration (or related discipline and/or ability to demonstrate equivalent experience relevant to the role.
- A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card), or the willingness and ability to obtain.
- Sound understanding of Local Government operations, including the role of Mayor, Councillors and Council staff.

Benefits of the position include:

- Discounted corporate health insurance plans
- Free skin checks, flu vacs & wellness medicals, including discounted gym memberships
- Health & wellbeing initiatives exclusive to Council employees
- Generous leave provisions, including Special Family Leave & Cultural Leave
- Employee Assistance Program for all staff and their families (24/7)

About Southern Downs

Southern Downs is a great place to live, work, play and stay. With a growing multicultural community of 37,820 residents, the picturesque region covers 7,122km and offers you the work-life balance you have been searching for in a well-connected regional centre. The major towns of Warwick and Stanthorpe offer vibrant commercial hubs with ample retail, medical, banking and educational services.

Act with Integrity | One Region, One Team | Lead by Example | Service Excellence | Our People, Our Strength

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📌 Executive Administration Assistant to Mayor and Councillors (Warwick)
🏢 Southern Downs Regional Council
📍 Warwick