Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town!
At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.
We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, Engaging, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).
Job Description
The Position:
The Business Support Officer will be a continuous improvement champion, and an experienced administrator to provide efficient and effective planning and scheduling of our operational activities.
Reporting to the Operations Manager this position will provide administrative support for our procurement activities, and management of the fleet replacement strategy.
On offer is the option to work from our office in Broome or remotely.
Desired Skills and Experience
The Person:
The successful candidate will demonstrate skills in office administration and business support with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
You are able to work effectively as a team member and autonomously, possessing the essential criteria below:
Essential Criteria
Continuous Improvement experience, or passion and willingness to learn Lean methodologies.
Procurement, or Business Support, experience.
Well-developed time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work unsupervised and to a schedule.
Well-developed verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
Advanced computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Project)
Experience in electronic systems record management.
Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment.
Demonstrated experience monitoring expenditure.
Desirable:
Demonstrated experience within Local Government or equivalent
Knowledge of the Local Government Act 1995 and relevant regulations and standards.
Sound knowledge of Broome municipality & local suppliers.
Certificate 2 or 3 in Business Administration or similar qualification
To be eligible for this role you will hold working rights in Australia; possess or be willing to obtain a National Police Clearance valid within three months and submit to a drug and alcohol test as part of pre-employment screening.
