Executive Assistant to Director Planning and Environment
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Executive Assistant to Director Planning and Environment
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Band 6 ($97,273.72 - $105,392.68) + 12% super + monthly
Hybrid Working Model
Work in a brand new 6 Star Civic Centre in the heart of Footscray
Join us in shaping the future of Planning and Environment in Maribyrnong!
Are you a proactive, driven and highly organised professional ready to take your career to the next level?
The Director of Planning and Environment is seeking a passionate Executive Assistant to become a key player in a vibrant, forward-thinking team that's making a real difference in the community. This is more than just a support role - it's your chance to be at the heart of strategic decision making, innovation, and transformation in one of the most dynamic directorates in local government.
Why this role is a Game-Changer
- Be a trusted advisor to the Director, providing high-level, confidential executive support.
- Lead and influence the creation of impactful reports, briefings, and presentations that shape policy and progress.
- Drive excellence in performance reporting, quality systems, and continuous improvement.
- Manage exciting projects that contribute to the strategic direction of the Directorate.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the sector.
- Champion innovation by developing and implementing policies that support a thriving, sustainable community.
What's in it for you?
- The opportunity to play a key role in making a positive difference to our community.
- Access to industry-leading training and development programs.
- Enjoy flexible working conditions tailored to support work-life balance.
- Benefit from generous leave entitlements, including paid parental leave.
- Thrive with our health and well-being initiatives designed to support your personal and professional growth.
About You
You're a confident, solutions-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You bring:
- A Degree or Diploma in Business Administration (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience supporting senior executives — ideally in Local Government.
- Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A passion for innovation, technology and change.
- A knack for problem-solving and driving business improvements.
If you're ready to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and community impact — we want to hear from you!
Apply now and make a difference!
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Submit your Resume and Cover Letter outlining your experience and why you're the perfect fit for this exciting opportunity. Address your application to Mike McIntosh, Director Planning and Environment.
Enquiries: Elle Schreiber, Coordinator Executive Office via email at or call on
Closing date: 31 August 2025 at 10pm
Maribyrnong City Council ( Council ) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and to operating in a manner that complies with its obligations under the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 and the Victorian Child Secure Standards. Council promotes an organisational culture that embeds within it child safe practices and expects its staff to perform their roles and engage with the community in a manner that is consistent with its child safe practices. To guide expected standards of child safe behaviours of all staff, Council has a Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy.
As part of the appointment process, Council may undertake appropriate child safety pre-screening checks of candidates in accordance with Council Child Safety policies and procedures where appropriate. This may include asking child safety-related questions during interview, conducting relevant checks of the candidate's prior contact with children in employment and/or requiring proof of a valid Working With Children Check prior to commencement.
Council welcomes applications from all interested candidates including from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Council's recruitment process will be reasonably adapted to ensure all candidates have equitable access to Council's recruitment process and job opportunities.
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