Description:
Imagine being challenged daily, having your work valued and being a member of a diverse team that’s driving transparent and sustainable water resource management across the state. This temporary role will provide a rare opportunity to be involved in business and digital services change that will underpin how rural water resources are accessed, used, and managed by Government, water users and the community into the future. This role provides support to Office of the Executive Director and broader PKSI team, however is integral to the wider operations of the water business within the department. It is the perfect stepping stone to a future career within the Department and Queensland Government.The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV) is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth across Queensland. Our mission is to manage water resources responsibly and empower councils to support and grow Queensland communities. With over 700 dedicated professionals across Brisbane and regional offices, we work tirelessly to ensure that Queensland's communities, businesses, and water resources thrive.
Operating from within the Office of the Executive Director in the Program, Knowledge and Systems Initiatives team you will be involved in the provision of efficient, effective and confidential administrative and operational support to the Executive Director and the leadership team. This office operates in a highly dynamic and responsive environment, with an ability to navigate short timeframes and competing priorities with the support of the Executive Officer.. Due to the nature of the business delivered in this team, the role provides an opportunity to establish and maintain
relationships with other teams across the Division and the Department. This role provides unique opportunities to work across the water business within the Department and Queensland Government and is essential to ensure Program, Knowledge and Systems Initiatives is both a respectful environment and reflects our reputation as being a great place to work.
About The Role
- Provide high level executive support, including confidential secretarial and administrative services to the Executive Director and other staff in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Proactively manage the Executive Director's calendar, arrange and organise appointments, committees, meetings and conferences including catering, materials and information and providing secretariat support and minute taking as required.
- Organise travel, accommodation and business arrangements as required for staff and clients.
- Maintain the records management system, and administer the flow of correspondence across the division, ensuring all correspondence and documentation is accurately recorded in the Ministerial and Executive Correspondence System (MECS).
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients and stakeholders through liaison with appropriate areas throughout the office, the department and other agencies.
- If you enjoy interacting with a variety of people in a fun and dynamic environment
- Enjoy a position where no two days are the same
- Are looking for the opportunity to work collaboratively with the team to inspire collective ownership of quality outcomes.
- Attractive salaries with generous employee benefits.
- Passionate engaged team with values driven culture.
- Work life balance with hybrid work arrangements.
How To Apply
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) demonstrating your suitability for the position. Applications will remain current for a period of 12 months and will be used for other opportunities that become available. Please also let us know if there is any assistance, we can provide that would help you to participate inthe recruitment process.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference: QLD/674706/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 15th January 2026
Occupational group Administration
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