About the role
The Business Support Officer provides high level administration support to the General Manager Planning and Infrastructure, Manager Infrastructure Strategy and Planning and other Planning and Infrastructure managers as required.
This role is a full-time opportunity until late December 2026, including a monthly RDO and flexible work options.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high level business support to the General Manager Planning and Infrastructure, Manager Infrastructure Strategy and Planning and the Planning and Infrastructure (P&I) team as required.
- Prepare agendas, attend meetings, capture actions, and present the actions arising from previous meetings.
- Prepare and edit business reports for the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and the Board.
- Provide oversight of the procurement approvals and approvals in Adobe Sign on behalf of the General Manager P&I and Manager Infrastructure Strategy and Planning.
- Coordinate routine and project-based documentation.
- Provide oversight of the P&I project management system including document register and performance reporting.
- Prepare, gather information for and proofread reports as required.
- Provide support to the Managing Director’s office as required.
For further detail on the role, please refer to the position description below.
Key Selection Criteria
To be in consideration for this position please address in your application how you meet the following key selection criteria:
- Well-developed computer skills encompassing the Microsoft Office suite, electronic document management systems and calendar-based applications.
- Excellent interpersonal communication and report writing skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate North East Waters mindsets of accountability, commitment, consistency, empathy and cooperation.
- Ability to manage competing demands and requests, set priorities and plan and organise your work to achieve specific and set objectives in the most efficient way possible.
- Experience in a similar role providing high level support and/or administrative assistance, including diary management and scheduling.
We’re committed to creating a comfortable and inclusive environment for all candidates. If you require specific supports or modifications during the recruitment process, please contact hr@newater.com.au in advance so we can make any necessary adjustments.
Position descriptionApply here
Applications, including statements against the key selection criteria, must be submitted via the above online application form before the closing date/time. Applications via email will not be accepted.
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