Senior Councillor Support Officer

Employment type: Full time, Permanent
Hours per week: 38
Remuneration: Band 6 salary from $104,133.36  per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO
Location: Werribee based with potential for a hybrid work arrangement

About the role
Reporting to the Team Leader Councillor Support, this role acts as the first point of contact for any Mayor and Councillor enquiries.

You will be responsible for providing efficient and professional administrative support to Councillors, ensuring their day-to-day needs are met and enquiries are managed effectively. 

What your day will look like

• Efficient, responsive and professional administrative support to the Mayor and Councillors.

• Act as a first point of contact for Councillor enquiries, including liaising with Council staff and members of the community in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Preparation and coordination of correspondence and reports for the Mayor and Councillors.

• Coordination and scheduling of all Mayoral and Councillor appointments and activities.

• Facilitation of Mayor and Councillors' attendance at conferences and seminars.

• Arrange catering for all functions, meetings and events as requested by the Mayor and Councillors.

• Assist in the planning and delivery of civic and Councillor-related events, including catering, logistics, and on-the-day support.

• Contribute to the smooth delivery of special projects, or events.

What you will bring

• Experience in a local government environment delivering high quality administrative support.

• Previous experience working with Councillors or in a Governance team would be highly valued

• Ability to prioritise and manage competing demands in a fast- paced political environment.

• Strong interpersonal skills that will build trust and confidence with the Mayor, Councillors, and key Council staff.

• Ability to liaise effectively with members of the public and all levels of the organisation to achieve positive outcomes.

• A positive approach and ability to work as an effective team member.

• Competent with Microsoft suite of products in particular Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham
We are one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.
By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.
Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

How to apply
Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.

Applications close at 11:59PM on Thursday, 30 October 2025.

To find out more about the role, please contact Fiona Hando, Manager Corporate Affairs on 0411 245 018

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.

Child Safe Organisation
Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion
At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.