We are seeking proactive and highly organised Executive Assistant to support either the Business Transformation and Performance or Infrastructure and Natural Assets directorates.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, supporting strategic programs and organisational change initiatives.
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
As the Executive Assistant, you will provide high‑quality executive, administrative, and coordination support to ensure the smooth operation of the directorate. This includes managing calendars and correspondence, preparing documents and reports, coordinating meetings and agendas, and handling confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
Reporting to the Business Manager (Directorate Performance), you will work closely with an Executive Officer to support the delivery of team priorities focused on supporting the performance of the directorate, taking on the delivery of improvement initiatives and opportunities for team events, connection and collaboration projects.
You will provide a first point of contact for organisational enquiries to the directorate, triaging and coordinating appropriate response actions.
About You
You will bring:
Relevant qualifications in business administration or local government.
Demonstrated experience providing executive or senior administrative support.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to liaise professionally across the organisation.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks calmly and effectively.
Experience preparing documents, coordinating meetings, and managing information accurately.
A proactive and adaptable approach within a large directorate.
This role would suit someone who brings confidence, initiative, and a steady hand to a busy and high-impact environment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, 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 packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.
How To Apply
Your written application should include:
A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click 'Apply Now' and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council's vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan
For specific enquiries contact Jaimee Mcdavitt, HR Business Partner 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.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Government Administration