Job Description
Join Our Team as a Business Support Officer - Development Services!
Opportunity to excel in customer service and support the Development Services team
Work in a dynamic environment with high-profile projects
Contribute to the growth and development of the Sutherland Shire community
Collaborate with a team dedicated to achieving excellence
Be Part of Our Vision for Progress and Innovation
At Sutherland Shire Council, we are committed to serving our community by providing exceptional support to the Development Services team. As a Business Support Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our services and maintaining high standards of customer service.
Your responsibilities will include assisting with administrative tasks, coordinating meetings with stakeholders, and managing correspondence to ensure efficient communication.
Your Profile for Success
Are you ready to take on a challenging role that offers growth opportunities and the chance to make a real impact? We are looking for candidates who possess:
Tertiary qualifications in Business Administration or a related field (desirable)
Proven experience in providing business and administration support
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment while managing competing priorities
Demonstrated proficiency in using computer software programs, including Microsoft Office
A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and working effectively in a team
Experience in local government and a solid understanding of Development Services activities are desirable qualities that will set you apart.
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
Get your application in by 11.5+pm: Thursday 5th September 2026.
Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated with 2 weeks of closing date.
Package: $67,000- $71,500 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
Hours of work: Permanent full time 35 hours per week with option of 1+ day month flex time arrangement.
To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-1+ Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Click on the link to check out the Position Description
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Sutherland Shire Council
4.2
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21 reviews
Statistics and demographics
Statistical and demographic information on the Shire is available from several sources.
The Sutherland Shire Community Profile provides statistics and results from the Censuses of Population and Housing, information about the SEIFA index of disadvantage, migration and employment data, and Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures for each year.
South Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (SSROC) regional profile
The Sutherland Shire Community Atlas feature 64 maps sourced from data from the 2011 Census. Maps are interactive and all text tables and maps can be copied.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) conducts a census for the whole of Australia every five years. A Sutherland Shire community profile is available from the last census in 2011. The ABS also has a Local Government Portal.
If you have trouble accessing any of these statistics online you can view them for free at any of our libraries.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
Statistics and demographics
Statistical and demographic information on the Shire is available from several sources.
The Sutherland Shire Community Profile provides statistics and results from the Censuses of Population and Housing, information about the SEIFA index of disadvantage, migration and employment data, and Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures for each year.
South Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (SSROC) regional profile
The Sutherland Shire Community Atlas feature 64 maps sourced from data from the 2011 Census. Maps are interactive and all text tables and maps can be copied.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) conducts a census for the whole of Australia every five years. A Sutherland Shire community profile is available from the last census in 2011. The ABS also has a Local Government Portal.
If you have trouble accessing any of these statistics online you can view them for free at any of our libraries.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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What can I earn as a Business Support Officer
Opportunity to excel in customer service and support the Development Services team
Work in a dynamic environment with high-profile projects
Contribute to the growth and development of the Sutherland Shire community
Collaborate with a team dedicated to achieving excellence
Be Part of Our Vision for Progress and Innovation
At Sutherland Shire Council, we are committed to serving our community by providing exceptional support to the Development Services team. As a Business Support Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our services and maintaining high standards of customer service.
Your responsibilities will include assisting with administrative tasks, coordinating meetings with stakeholders, and managing correspondence to ensure efficient communication.
Your Profile for Success
Are you ready to take on a challenging role that offers growth opportunities and the chance to make a real impact? We are looking for candidates who possess:
Tertiary qualifications in Business Administration or a related field (desirable)
Proven experience in providing business and administration support
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment while managing competing priorities
Demonstrated proficiency in using computer software programs, including Microsoft Office
A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and working effectively in a team
Experience in local government and a solid understanding of Development Services activities are desirable qualities that will set you apart.
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
Get your application in by 11.5+pm: Thursday 5th September 2026.
Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated with 2 weeks of closing date.
Package: $67,000- $71,500 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
Hours of work: Permanent full time 35 hours per week with option of 1+ day month flex time arrangement.
To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-1+ Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Click on the link to check out the Position Description
Company profile
Company Logo for Sutherland Shire Council
Sutherland Shire Council
4.2
·
21 reviews
Statistics and demographics
Statistical and demographic information on the Shire is available from several sources.
The Sutherland Shire Community Profile provides statistics and results from the Censuses of Population and Housing, information about the SEIFA index of disadvantage, migration and employment data, and Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures for each year.
South Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (SSROC) regional profile
The Sutherland Shire Community Atlas feature 64 maps sourced from data from the 2011 Census. Maps are interactive and all text tables and maps can be copied.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) conducts a census for the whole of Australia every five years. A Sutherland Shire community profile is available from the last census in 2011. The ABS also has a Local Government Portal.
If you have trouble accessing any of these statistics online you can view them for free at any of our libraries.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
Statistics and demographics
Statistical and demographic information on the Shire is available from several sources.
The Sutherland Shire Community Profile provides statistics and results from the Censuses of Population and Housing, information about the SEIFA index of disadvantage, migration and employment data, and Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures for each year.
South Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (SSROC) regional profile
The Sutherland Shire Community Atlas feature 64 maps sourced from data from the 2011 Census. Maps are interactive and all text tables and maps can be copied.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) conducts a census for the whole of Australia every five years. A Sutherland Shire community profile is available from the last census in 2011. The ABS also has a Local Government Portal.
If you have trouble accessing any of these statistics online you can view them for free at any of our libraries.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Business Support Officer | Development Services position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
