Administration Officer - Water & Asset Management (WGC197) - Location Walgett or Lightning Ridge

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales rich in history and natural beauty.

Life in Walgett Shire offers the best of outback living—open skies, a strong sense of community, and endless opportunities to explore.

For more information about Walgett please click here.

At Walgett Shire Council we have a people-first culture.

Safety, our people, and service to the community are at the core of everything we do.

We are looking for passionate and committed professionals who are aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility.

About the role:

The Administration Officer – Water and Asset Management plays a key role in supporting the effective delivery of Council’s infrastructure services.

This includes maintaining accurate records, preparing reports and documentation, assisting with compliance and procurement processes, and coordinating communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.

The position ensures efficient day-to-day operations and contributes to informed decision-making and customer satisfaction through consistent administrative systems and timely reporting.

This is a critical role for a Council that is committed to transparency, teamwork, and delivering positive outcomes for the community.

Flexible work arrangements are available, with part-time, school-hours or hybrid working considered to support the right candidate. The position may be based in either Walgett or Lightning Ridge, offering flexibility of location.

About you:

• Proven experience in providing reliable and efficient administrative support in a busy team environment.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, building positive working relationships across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office and document management systems to support reporting and compliance tasks.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, contributing ideas to improve processes and service delivery.
• Take pride in delivering excellent customer service and representing Council with professionalism.
• Experience working in a rural or regional context is highly desirable.

At Walgett Shire Council, we understand that not every candidate will meet every criterion, and that is perfectly fine—your passion and potential matter most to us.

The full position description can be viewed by clicking here.

What we offer:

• A highly competitive total salary of $1,218.03 - $1,487.80 per week plus superannuation.
• Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay.
• Generous benefits, including 5 weeks of annual leave and long service leave after 5 years.
• Flex-time arrangements and the option of part-time, school-hours, or hybrid working by agreement, supporting a healthy work/life balance.
• Choice of location, with the position able to be based in either Walgett or Lightning Ridge.
• Professional development opportunities to support your growth and success.
• Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges.
• Exceptional working conditions within a family-friendly and supportive environment.

How to apply:

To apply, click here and scroll down, complete the selection criteria and attach your resume and cover letter.

A failure to answer selection criteria and to attach your resume will result in your application not being considered.

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s People and Culture Team via email  

Please Note: All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.

Closing date for applications:

Applications close at 9am on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.

Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace.

We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.