Description Salary $78k to $89k per annum 11.5% Superannuation Full Time Based at our Nunawading Office At Whitehorse City Council, community is at the heart of everything we do. To stay ahead of and best respond to the evolving changes and needs of the community, the organisation is undertaking an exciting journey that will transform ways of working and will empower employees to be innovative and constantly striving towards providing excellent customer experience at all times. The five pillars of our transformation focus on: Excellent Customer Experience and Service Delivery Great Organisational Culture Innovation and Continuous Improvement Good Governance and Integrity Long Term Financial Sustainability The role: Applications are invited from highly motivated persons for the position of Senior Administration and System Support Officer. The position is a full-time permanent position and is responsible in overseeing the administrative and customer service functions for Council’s Environmental Health Unit in the delivery of health protection programs. This includes the development, review and implementation of administration policy, procedures and practice standards, incorporating quality assurance, best practice principles to deliver quality and cost effective services. About you: You will have effective experience working in a dynamic administrative environment including the accurate use, maintenance, testing and reporting of high volume data management systems (Registration and Inspection Management and Immunisation), and proficiency in use and application of MS Office programs. The successful applicant will have a commitment to quality and continuous improvement principles and excellence in customer service. Essential to the role is having excellent communication and interpersonal skills, understanding team dynamics and working effectively in a team environment In return, we will offer: The ability to make a difference - Working at Whitehorse City Council you contribute to making a real difference in the lives of the community and those that live, learn, work or visit Whitehorse. Every day you really will see how the work you're involved in benefits the diverse community. Great working conditions – a professional environment, friendly and supportive teams and a flexibility program that promotes employee work life balance. An extensive Health and Wellbeing offering – Employee assistance program, private health insurance benefits, health checks (skin, hearing and vaccinations), discounted gym membership and facilities (e.g. Theatre, Arts, Leisure) and an active health and wellness program (e.g. stretching, healthy eating demonstrations and health challenges. Career opportunities – engaging work and the opportunity to apply your skills and experience. Transformation - We are in a time of transformation to stay ahead of the evolving changes and needs of our community. Together, we are on an exciting journey to empower all of our employees to be innovative, and constantly strive towards continuous improvement. Reward & Recognition - extensive reward and recognition program, corporate learning offerings, study assistance and comprehensive leadership development programs. Further Information: Further information is available from Louis Papageorgiou on 9262 6445. To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (max 5 pages) and one page statement addressing the selection criteria and what you would bring to the role by 17 November 2024 . Come and join the transformation Download the Position Description: Senior Administration and System Support Officer City of Whitehorse is a culturally and linguistically diverse community. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of our community. We are committed to upholding a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace that values the contribution of all. Whitehorse City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation. We recognise our responsibilities to keep children and young people safe from harm and have established policies, procedures and training to achieve these commitments. ABOUT US The City of Whitehorse, located 15 kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD, is a culturally diverse community of almost 177,000 people. Whitehorse includes the suburbs of Box Hill, Burwood, Nunawading, Blackburn, Mitcham, Forest Hill and Vermont and is characterised by quiet tree-lined residential streets, an abundance of parks, gardens and natural bushland reserves, bustling shopping centres and a diverse range of arts, cultural, sports and leisure facilities. Whitehorse City Council provides more than 100 services and facilities across a range of areas within our community services, city development, infrastructure, corporate services and transformation directorates. Whitehorse is one of Melbourne’s largest metropolitan councils with a workforce of approximately 1300 employees and aspires to foster an inclusive, vibrant, prosperous and sustainable community. Our employees help us achieve these goals At Whitehorse, employee health, wellbeing and development are paramount, and we aim for everyone to become the best they can be in the workplace. Benefits of working with us include: A welcoming and supportive working environment Great opportunities for training and to build a long-term career within Whitehorse or the local government sector. Extensive employee health and wellbeing programs including flexible working arrangements Salary sacrifice options for gym / swim memberships, childcare and superannuation; and access to novated vehicle leases. Competitive terms and conditions of employment Ample onsite parking at most facilities with ready access to public transport Active Social Club with a calendar of events through the year