Administration Assistant

Job No: 84783
Location: Palumpa, remote NT

  • Work from Palumpa, and get to know spectacular parts of outback Australia
  • Highly attractive remuneration of $56,445 + super
  • Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave, 2 weeks personal leave and relocation assistance
  • 12 month, full time contract role

About the Organisation

The West Daly Regional Council commenced operation on July 1st, 2014, in response to an identified need to present a stronger voice and greater control over the delivery of services in the West Daly area. The new Council entity covers the Wadeye-Peppimenarti-Palumpa areas and exists to serve and strengthen the community through the laws, policies and programs of Councils and the Northern Territory Government.

To help establish and grow West Daly Regional Council, the organisation is currently recruiting people who share their vision to deliver services and prosperity that represent the people it services. 

About the Opportunity

West Daly Regional Council has a rewarding opportunity for an Administration Assistant to join their team based in Palumpa, NT on a full-time, 12-month contract.

In this position, you will be responsible for providing a high standard of administrative support to all departments of the West Daly Regional Council and exceptional customer service to the Community.

Your day-to-day duties will include (but will not be limited to):

  • Dealing with a range of customer queries by phone, email, fax and face to face;
  • Maintaining records, drafting correspondence, filing, scheduling appointments and meetings, making travel arrangements, and organising meetings and functions;
  • Creating purchase orders and receipt of goods;
  • Managing petty cash, reconciliation and banking;
  • Checking and collating employee time sheets and submitting to Payroll;
  • Supervising a small team, and providing coaching and mentoring to staff where required; and
  • Carrying out any other duties within your capabilities as directed.

To be successful in this position, you will have an excellent track record in carrying out administrative tasks, along with the ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with regards to sensitive issues. Your well-honed interpersonal and communication skills will help you build strong and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders alike.

West Daly Regional Council are seeking applications from organised, motivated and driven professionals with excellent time management skills and the ability to balance competing priorities and workloads to meet deadlines. Your attention to detail and your ability to work independently in a collaborative team environment will be key to your success. You'll have an understanding of a range of computer programs, and a sound knowledge of WHS principles.

Although not essential, experience with Technology1 and InfoXpert will be beneficial. 

You will need a current Northern Territory driver's licence prior to commencement in this role, as well as an Ochre Card and Criminal History Check.

For a detailed position description, please click here.

About the Benefits

You will work in a welcoming, supportive and close-knit environment within an organisation that truly values its employees, and actively encourages training and further study.

The Administration Assistant will be rewarded with a highly attractive remuneration of $56,445 + super.

West Daly Regional Council offers a family friendly workplace, with fantastic working conditions and benefits!

If you're looking for a position that is guaranteed to provide you with satisfaction — Apply Now!

Please Note: Applications close midnight, AEST, Sunday 11th December, 2016

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