- $77,396.80 - $85,544.16 p.a. plus 12% super
- Potential to earn additional weekend and overtime allowances
- 35 hours per week with a fortnightly RDO - work/life balance
About us
Woollahra is an area steeped in natural beauty and heritage appealing to residents, businesses and visitors who enjoy its many parks, waterfront locations and historic buildings. Our people come from a diverse range of backgrounds and professions creating a dynamic workforce of over 400 staff members.
About you
We are seeking to employ a Civic & Corporate Support Officer to join our Governance & Risk department at Woollahra Council on a permanent full-time basis.
Reporting to the Senior Executive Support Officer, you will support the effective and efficient running of the Corporate and Council support activities, by providing internal customer support across the organisation in relation to printing, scanning, ordering of stationery and meeting room management along with providing administrative support to the team.
You will also act as the back up driver for the Mayor and support the Senior Executive Support Officer to maintain the Mayor’s Office and provide ongoing support to the Mayor &/or Councillors and staff in relation to Council, Committee meetings and/or events (including pre and post set up).
Due to the nature of this position, you will need to be available to work outside of normal business hours and on weekends (as required). You will be paid the relevant allowances and/or overtime in recognition of this.
About you
We are looking for an experienced team member who is able to work both independently and as part of a small team. You will have a can-do attitude and be willing to carry out various duties where no two days are ever the same.
Essential Criteria
- Experience in a corporate and/or civic support role.
- Demonstrated ability to be adaptable, flexible and punctual in carrying out duties.
- Well-developed communication skills, personable and professional.
- Demonstrated administration skills.
- Demonstrated time management, prioritisation and organisational skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service.
- Valid Class C drivers’ licence with a good driving record and comfortable driving an electric vehicle and in city traffic conditions, including during all weather conditions.
- Ability to perform required manual handling duties.
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and autonomously.
- Ability to work outside of core business hours (as required).
- Demonstrated understanding of WH&S and EEO principles.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience in food preparation and handling and/or Food Safety certificate or willingness to obtain Food Safety Certificate.
- Certificate in First Aid or willingness to obtain First Aid Certificate.
- Experience as a Fire Warden or willingness to undertake Fire Warden Training.
What’s in it for you?
We promote equal access to opportunities within the organisation and we pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment.
We are dedicated to looking after our staff, because if we look after our people, we will be better placed to look after our community.
Eligible staff will be entitled to some of the following benefits:
- Fortnightly RDO - we value your work/life balance
- Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport with access to 810+ fitness facilities
- Generous personal leave provisions (E.g. Long Service Leave after 5 years’ of continuous service, Parental Leave, My Leave, Study Leave)
- High quality learning and development opportunities
- Reward and Recognition Program
How to apply
- Apply on line by clicking the link below.
- You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria.
- If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.
- You will be able to upload 2 documents only.
- For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process
- For further information about the role, please contact Jennifer Chenhall, Manager Governance & Risk on 9391 7012 during business hours.
- Our preference is for applications to be submitted online, however, we will accept hard copy applications addressed to Human Resources, Woollahra Council, PO Box 61, Double Bay, NSW, 1360.
CLOSING DATE: 11:59PM on Sunday, 18 October 2026
*Recruitment in this position is subject to the clearance of a pre-employment medical and potential driving test.
Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage all applicants, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young people, mature aged workers, LGBTIQ and other minority groups to apply.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
