Admin / Secretarial / Office Support Administration Sydney Contract or Temp 23/4/2026 Based in Cromer Office Parking on Site 5 month contract starting beginning of May Our client, Northern Beaches Council, is seeking a temporary Administration Officer to support the Transport and Civil Infrastructure Department on a 5-month contract commencing in early May. Northern Beaches Council is committed to delivering high-quality services, protecting the natural environment, and working in partnership with the community to create a safe, inclusive, and sustainable future. Guided by the values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Service, and Leadership, Council fosters a collaborative and high-performing workplace focused on continuous improvement and excellent customer service. Role Overview The Administration Officer provides high-quality, efficient, and responsive administrative support to the Transport and Civil Infrastructure business unit. The role plays a key part in supporting the Manager, Business Operations to achieve team objectives, performance standards, and operational outcomes. Key Accountabilities Deliver high-quality administrative support to teams within the Transport and Civil Infrastructure business unit, including assistance with application processes and documentation requirements. Oversee day-to-day office operations, including facilities maintenance coordination, ordering supplies, and organising equipment replacements as required. Coordinate meetings and committee activities, including scheduling, venue bookings, diary management, minute-taking, and distribution of agendas and minutes. Manage procurement processes, including purchase orders, invoicing, and related administrative tasks. Prepare clear and professional correspondence, reports, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to the continuous improvement of administrative systems and processes to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency. Support the development and implementation of business support procedures and best practices. Key Challenges Delivering accurate and timely work under tight deadlines. Staying up to date with organisational changes and adapting administrative processes accordingly. Collaborating effectively with team members to ensure all tasks and deliverables are completed within required timeframes. Skills Needed Strong experience providing general administrative support in fast-paced environments Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines effectively High level of attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in documentation, reporting, and record keeping Strong written and verbal communication skills Experienced in performing mail merges using Microsoft Word to produce accurate bulk correspondence If you are looking for an experience with the local council now is your opportunity. APPLY NOW by sending your up to date Resume or for a confidential chat call Julie on 02 8416 4181
