• Full time, temporary position - upto 30 June 2029
• Fortnightly rostered day off (RDO)
• Salary range $1,136.10 to $1,546.80 per week + 12% Superannuation

About Us

Situated on the mid-north coast of NSW, just half an hour's drive south of Coffs Harbour, the Nambucca Valley boasts an idyllic natural environment with stunning beaches, pristine waterways and tranquil rainforests. The region's towns are vibrant, friendly country communities boasting modern and convenient services with plenty to see and do.

At Nambucca Valley Council, we strive for a culture where our team of around 160 employees feel valued and supported at work.

The Opportunity

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled administrative professional to join our team. As Senior Business Services Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring internal and external customer service needs are met by providing administrative and operational support in a range of areas.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide accurate and timely advice and assistance to customers
• Process applications and customer requests
• Perform administration duties such as typing, filing, data entry, maintenance of registers etc
• Provide administrative and customer service support for cemetery operations, including liaising with funeral directors, processing cemetery-related requests, and maintaining cemetery records and documentation
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, minutes and agendas, advertisements and media releases
• Upload and maintain information on Council's website
• Assist in organising meetings and events

Key Requirements of the role

• Minimum Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated high level experience in providing efficient and effective administrative support
• High level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated experience in and commitment to providing excellent customer service
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive matters in a highly confidential environment
• Class C drivers licence
• Ability and willingness to perform overtime to take minutes at evening Council meetings

Why work with us?

• Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award
• Generous leave entitlements, including long service leave after 5 years
• Learning and development
• Discounted gym membership
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family

For further information regarding this opportunity, you can contact Suzanne Sullivan on 6568 0213.

How to apply:

To review the position description and to apply for this job go to https://nambucca.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6920897.

Complete the online application form and upload your current resume as well as a short statement (maximum 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria.

We will be in touch via email.

Applications Close: 5.00pm on Friday 28 August 2026.

Nambucca Valley Council is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages and backgrounds. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR team on

02 6568 2555.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.