We are seeking an exceptional individual to join Colac Otway Shire Council as Waste Services Administrator in a temporary part-time, fixed term capacity.

Located within two hours south-west of Melbourne, Colac Otway is renowned for its magnificent southern coastline, the Otway rainforests and the northern lakes and offers an attractive lifestyle with diverse employment opportunities. Backed by a thriving economy in primary industries, tourism, commercial and community services this is an exceptional career opportunity.

This position is based in Colac.

As the Waste Services Administrator you will:

• Provide professional administrative support to the Waste Management service, including general administrative services, managing general correspondence and data entry.
• Be the primary contact role for waste enquiries and provide excellent customer service in responding to general waste enquiries.
• Provide administrative support with the preparation of reports, brochures and presentations regarding the development and implementation of the Colac Shire Resource Recovery and Waste Management Strategy.

To support your success in this role you will have:

• Highly developed and professional administrative skills and demonstrated experience working in a similar role in an office environment.
• Well-developed customer service, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability analyse information and prepare reports.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing work requirements, plan and prioritise workload to meet required timelines, along with the ability to adaptable and respond to unanticipated work demands.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to resolve day to day and more complex issues.
• High level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality and act with high levels of integrity at all times. 
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

 For further information regarding the duties and requirements of the role, please refer to the position description.

Salary information: $67,226.64 to $70,836.48 per annum pro rata plus superannuation

For further information and how to apply:

1. 1. Download and review the Position Description including the Key Selection Criteria.
   2. Information to be included with your application:
      • Letter of application 
      • Current resume
      • Key Selection Criteria Responses
   3. Submit your application

Colac Otway Shire Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.