Scientific Support & Administration Officer

• Join a dedicated team committed to protecting the Shire’s unique natural environment.
• Utilise your administrative skills to make a tangible impact on local environmental initiatives.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth while contributing to meaningful projects.

Join Our Dedicated Team

At Sutherland Shire, we are committed to preserving our natural environment while providing exceptional service to our community. Our Environmental Management Unit is looking for a detail-oriented Scientific Support and Administration Officer to help us achieve our goals.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be involved in environmental projects, manage administrative tasks efficiently, and support our team in making a positive impact.

Your Role

As the Scientific Support and Administration Officer, you will be instrumental in coordinating the administrative functions of our Environmental Management Unit while providing essential scientific assistance. Your organisational skills and attention to detail will ensure that our projects run smoothly and efficiently, helping us to better serve our community and protect our environment.

• Handle general administrative duties, including correspondence, meeting organisation, and communication management.
• Assist in monitoring and managing the unit's budget and grant funding.
• Coordinate electronic data collection and contribute to the preparation of environmental reports.
• Maintain our website and IT functions, ensuring that our online presence reflects our commitment to environmental stewardship.

In this multifaceted role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with a team of passionate professionals, contributing to exciting projects that make a difference in our community.

Who We Are Looking For

We seek candidates who are proactive, detail-oriented, and have an interest in environmental science. If you possess the following qualifications and skills, we encourage you to apply:

• Relevant experience in an administrative support role.
• Competence in Windows applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Your ability to collaborate, think critically, and adapt to changing circumstances will be key to your success in this role. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you!

 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 11.59pm: Wednesday 18 March 2026.
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing date.
• Package: $72,921-$77,297 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Permanent Full-Time. You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system.    
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Reach out to Phillippa Biswell, ********@ssc.nsw.gov.au Environmental Management Team Leader for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady   Talent Acquisition Business Partner *****@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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