We Are East Gippsland Shire

East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia's largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!

East Gippsland Shire Council is a large regional council covering 10% of Victoria. With a workforce of over passionate community members, EGSC offers challenging and rewarding skills development and the ability to work with a range of teams across a range of locations.

A unique blend of nature, culture, and recreational opportunities, East Gippsland Shire is a captivating destination for those looking to broaden their skills whilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.

The Opportunity

As the Waste Administration Officer, you'll provide a high level of administrative support for the Council's Waste and Resource Recovery Unit, ensuring that administration is conducted in an efficient manner and to a consistent high standard.

You will be the first point of contact for all enquiries, assist with data entry, report entry, scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes.

This is a part time 0.5EFT, ongoing position

Key Selection Criteria

Relevant qualification in administration or office management and/or a minimum of 2 years' experience in administration role.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Well-developed I.T. skills and knowledge of relevant software.Ability to work in a team environment and the ability to operate independently when required.Ability to use initiative and willingness to learn.Demonstrate excellent customer service skillsAble to manage time and workload.

If successful, you will need to undertake a police check. You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.

We Offer

Work-Life Balance:

60/40 Hybrid office/WFH optionsADO every 4 weeks and option to purchase additional leaveFlexible start and finish timesExtra time off over ChristmasDiscounted memberships to our recreation centres

Competitive Salaries

Banded salaries with built in yearly increases!Annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December!

A Supportive Environment

17 weeks paid parental leaveAdditional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needsLearning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career!Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need itStaff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisions

To Apply, Please Submit

A cover letterYour resumeA statement detailing how you meet each of the Key Selection Criteria

Applications close at 11.45pm on 1 February 2026.

Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Ian Stanbury, Coordinator Waste Operations, on (03) 5153 9500.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.