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Job No:GRC1459A varied and challenging role, plays a critical role in providing high quality administrative and customer support.Competitive annual salary $74,172.80 - $82,963.92 depending on qualifications and experience, p lus up to 13% superannuationGreat range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.About the RegionGympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.Remuneration:Annual salary commencing at $74,172.80 - $82,963.92 depending on qualifications and experience , plus up to 13% superannuationClosing Date: Sunday 18th May at 11.00pm AESTNo late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council''s online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.Role OverviewGRC has an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced applicant to join the Wellbeing and Safety Team for a fulltime fixed term position for 12 months. The Administration Officer, Wellbeing and Safety, plays a critical role in providing high quality administrative and customer support for the Councils WHS function.Reports directly to the Manager, Wellbeing and Safety.Maintains close collaborative working relationships with the Wellbeing and Safety Team, and the People and Culture team.Proven experience in an administrative role, with demonstrated capability to manage a variety of tasks efficiently.Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with staff at all levelsFast and accurate typing skills with attention to detailUse Microsoft products proficientlyDemonstrated ability and willingness to learn, use, and innovate with digital tools and technologiesExcellent organisational skills, with the ability to use initiative, and make sound decisions, especially when handling confidential or sensitive matters.Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and meet deadlinesQueensland C Class drivers licence that is current and maintained.General construction induction (white/blue card)Provide day-to-day administration support to the Wellbeing and Safety team and the Manager, Wellbeing and Safety, ensuring effective and efficient operations within the WHS section.Provide customer service to internal teams and external clients, ensuring smooth operations within the WHS section.Maintain accurate records of WHS documents and systems, including documentation and data related to workers compensation and injury management, ensuring compliance with applicable protocols and policies.Manage a shared inbox, addressing WHS-related questions, providing internal referrals, and ensuring proper documents and email filing.Assist with planning and organizing WHS communications, events, and Safety Committee meetings, including gathering agenda items and taking minutes.Support WHS Systems management and implementation through activities such as:a. Assisting the setup and ongoing maintenance of a cloud-based WHS management system (BeSAFE)b. Monitoring systems and processes to ensure data integrity including oversight/triage of incident and hazard reports as well as corrective action management in BeSAFE.Other duties as directed by the Manager, Wellbeing and Safety.PositionDescriptionFor a full position descriptioncontaining essential and desirablecriteria, please click here. Who to ContactFor information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council''s Acting Manager Workplace Health & Safety, Amelia Simony viaemail amelia.simony@gympie.qld.gov.auFor assistance lodging your application using Council''s online system, please contact Council''s Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.auWhat we offer?Nine-day fortnight.Access to employee health and well-being programsFitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rateLong service leave after seven yearsGenerous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per centAccess to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangementsEmployee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.Our ValuesAccountabilityCommunicationCustomer Service FocusedIntegrityTeamwork and CollaborationFor a full explanation of our values please clickhere . You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.Our ProcessSuccessful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medicaland national police.Keen to apply? -Simply follow the instructions below:1) Download and review the position description above2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email.3) Click ''APPLY''4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications,licences or tickets as applicable.5) Click ''NEXT'' and ''CONFIRM''Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.Applications close on Sunday 18th May 2025 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted.Only applications received via Council''s online application system will be considered.Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.Personal Details * Required fieldFirst name *Last name *E-mail *Digits only or add + for international numbersStreet *Street Cont.City, Town or Suburb *Postcode or Zipcode *Country *State, Region or Province *LinkedIn URL(Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)QuestionsDo you have the right to work in Australia? (This is a mandatory requirement for the position.) *YesNoAre you an existing employee of Gympie Regional Council? *YesNoIf no, have you previously been employed by Gympie Regional Council?YesNoDo you have a current, unrestricted Australian driver''s licence? *YesNoEEO Data CollectionProviding this information is voluntary. Any information that you do provide will remain confidential and will only be used as statistical information to assist with equity and diversity policy development and reporting.Do you identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?YesNoAre you from a racial, ethnic or ethno-religious group which is a minority in Australian society?YesNoIf ''Yes'', please provide details.Is English the primary language spoken at home?YesNoDo you have a disability?YesNoIf you answered ''Yes'' to having a disability, do you require an adjustment to be made at work?Please indicate you have the following mandatory and desirable licencesQueensland C Class drivers licenceGeneral construction induction (white/blue card)Cert IV WHSAll of the aboveIn 2 pages or less, please outline your suitability for this position having regard to the Essential Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Criteria as outlined in the position description. *DeclarationI declare the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my current knowledge. 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