Join Our Team at Blayney Shire Council!

Position: Full Time – Administration Officer – Infrastructure Services

Location: Blayney, NSW
Applications Close: 25th October 2026

Build Your Career with a Council That Values People, Community and Work-Life Balance

Are you organised, proactive and great with people? Do you enjoy keeping things running smoothly, supporting a busy team and knowing that the work you do makes a real difference to your local community?

Blayney Shire Council is seeking a motivated, organised and customer-focused Administration Officer – Infrastructure Services to join our team.

This is an opportunity to put your administration skills to work in a varied role where no two days are quite the same. From supporting the Director of Infrastructure Services and coordinating meetings, to assisting customers, managing records and helping deliver Council projects and services, you'll play an important role behind the scenes.

If you're looking for a stable, rewarding career close to home, with a supportive team and a great work-life balance, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Why Council?

Council offers something many employers can't – job security, meaningful work, predictable hours and a strong connection to the local community.

This is a permanent full-time role working 8.30am to 5.00pm on a 9-day working fortnight, giving you a great balance between your career, family, lifestyle and the things that matter outside of work.

What You'll Love About This Role

• 9-Day Fortnight – Enjoy a regular day off while working full-time hours

• Work Locally – Close to home in the beautiful Central West

• Meaningful Work – Help deliver services that directly support our local community

• Supportive Team Environment – Work alongside experienced and committed Council staff

• Long-Term Opportunity – Build your experience within local government

• Attractive Salary – Full Time (Range between $1,237.70 - $1,423.36 per week) plus Superannuation

About the Role

As the Administration Officer – Infrastructure Services, you'll provide high-quality administrative and customer service support across the Infrastructure Services Department and to the Director Infrastructure Services.

You'll be someone who enjoys being organised, keeping on top of competing priorities and helping others get things done.

Your days may include:

• Providing executive administrative support to the Director Infrastructure Services

• Preparing and distributing agendas, minutes, notes, records and action registers

• Assisting with Council registers, statutory reporting and records management

• Undertaking research and assisting with submissions and correspondence

• Supporting Council functions, events and promotional activities

• Working collaboratively with other Administration Officers and Council teams

You'll also be expected to contribute to a safe, respectful and professional workplace and undertake training and professional development to maintain your skills and compliance.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is organised, professional, approachable and ready to make a difference.

You'll ideally have:

• Appropriate qualifications in Administration or a related discipline

• Experience providing high-level administrative or executive support

• The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

• Experience in electronic records management systems and strong computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets and databases

• A strong commitment to delivering quality customer service

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• The ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a team

If you're someone who takes pride in getting the details right, enjoys helping people and can confidently manage a busy workload, we'd love to hear from you.

Pre-Employment Screening

Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete relevant pre-employment screening in accordance with Council requirements including a hearing test and drug and alcohol screening.

Position Description

Please review the attached position description before applying so you know what our Administration Officer – Infrastructure Services role is all about.

• Position Description - Administration Officer (Infrastructure Services)

Our Commitment to Safety

At Blayney Shire Council, safety is a top priority. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful and healthy working environment for all staff. You’ll be expected to actively participate in training and contribute to the development of safe work practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blayney Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to merit-based selection. We value fit, diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all individuals, including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, women, mature-aged applicants, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating a positive, respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace for everyone.

How to Apply

Does this role interest you?

Click on the apply link and provide a cover letter introducing yourself, and addressing the selection criteria contained in the Position Description.

Note: All correspondence will be sent to the email address you use to apply.