Senior Community Amenity and Compliance Administration Officer
Band 5 - $82,392 to $95,116 per annum (plus super)
Permanent Full time
About Us
Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.
Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.
We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.
About The Role
The primary role of the Senior Administration Officer is to provide support to the Team Leader Administration – Community Amenity and Compliance with delivering administrative support to the Community Amenity and Compliance department.
This role partners with stakeholders across the organisation to enhance team capability, implement innovative solutions and support a culture of collaboration and excellence to ensure activities, systems and procedures operate in the most effective and efficient manner.
This position is based in Dandenong, with hybrid work arrangements negotiable.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the following:
* Well-developed administrative skills supported by a tertiary qualification (Diploma Business Administration/Management or higher), or significant work experience in a similar role.
* Well-developed skills to resolve complex problems or address minor issues with team members, customers, other departments and authorities (within delegated authority) and in the context of a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) community;
* Advanced PC literacy incorporating MS Office applications along with proficiency in the use various software products including Objective and Tech 1; and
* Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, prioritise and manage workloads in a multi-disciplinary environment to meet deadlines.
Candidates may also be shortlisted for a formal interview during the advertising period.
The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Benefits Of Working With Us
Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.
Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.
Our Benefits Include
* Competitive salary
* Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
* Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
* Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
* Reward & recognition programs
* Health initiatives
* Access to our support and wellbeing programs
* A vibrant social club
For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.
Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
To apply
To apply for this position please complete the online application form including uploading your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.
The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks.
Position Description:
Senior Administrations Officer Community Amenity - Sept 2024 details - Objective ECM
Applications close:
5pm, Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Further information:
Karen Smith, Team Leader Community Amenity - Administration on Tel: for an informal discussion.