Kickstart or Grow Your Career with Council – Planning and Development Administration Officer / Permit Authority

Are you looking to start a career in local government or take the next step in administration? Glamorgan Spring Bay Council is seeking a motivated individual to join our Planning and Development team as an Administration Officer / Permit Authority.

No experience? No worries! We encourage applications from people of all experience levels. If you’re enthusiastic, organised, and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.

What the Role Involves:

• Working as part of a dedicated team delivering planning and development services to the Glamorgan Spring Bay community
• Providing general administrative support across the Planning and Development team
• Delivering excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders
• Learning on the job and building your skills in a supportive team environment

What We Offer:

• Council-paid Certificate III in Business
• 3 hours of paid study time each week during work hours
• Training and mentoring to help you succeed, whether you’re starting fresh or bringing past experience
• A positive, inclusive workplace where your growth is supported

To Apply, Please Provide:

• Completed Application Form
• Completed Pre-Employment Medical Disclosure Form (included in the Application Form)
• A cover letter
• Your current resume

Applications close Friday, 20 June 2025

Please email your application to people@freycinet.tas.gov.au.

For any questions about the role, contact James Bonner, Acting Director Planning and Development, on 03 6256 4777 or by email at james.bonner@freycinet.tas.gov.au

Please note: Applicants will need to provide referees and be willing to undergo a work-related medical, including drug and alcohol testing, to support a safe and healthy workplace.

Full Time Role – Works Officer – Triabunna

Location: Triabunna, Tasmania (with potential work across Swansea, Bicheno & Coles Bay)
Department: Works Department
Classification: Band 2 – Glamorgan Spring Bay Council Enterprise Bargaining Agreement

Are you a hands-on operator with experience in construction, maintenance, or public space works? Do you hold a HR truck licence and have water cart experience? If so, we want to hear from you.

 About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Works Officer to join our Works Department. Based in Triabunna, this full-time position is responsible for the safe, efficient delivery of routine and emergency maintenance and capital works construction throughout the municipality.

You’ll work across various settings — including roads, bridges, parks, cemeteries, and public facilities — with the flexibility to move across sites based on operational needs.

Key Duties

• Operate and maintain plant and equipment (e.g. loaders, rollers, excavators, etc.)
• Conduct pre-start checks and ensure safe work practices at all times
• Assist in traffic management and site setup
• General town maintenance and facility maintenance
• Perform manual labour and use tools in civil and public space maintenance
• Support vegetation control, mowing, cleaning, minor construction, and basic maintenance
• Report incidents, hazards, or equipment issues promptly
• Follow job specifications, SWMS, and Council safety systems

What We’re Looking For

 Essential criteria:

• Medium Rigid Driver’s Licence (minimum)
• White Card and First Aid Certification
• Experience in interpreting technical instructions
• Strong safety awareness and WHS commitment
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic computer literacy (e.g. email, internal systems)

 Highly desirable:

• HR Truck Licence
• Water Cart Experience
• Verification of Competency (VOC) or RII in at least three types of plant/machinery

Desirable:

• 3+ years’ senior experience with advanced plant operations (Grader, Excavator, Backhoe)
• Dogging certification, Chemical Handling certification, or Fallers Chainsaw Licence
• Leadership or safety development training (formal/informal)
• Certificate III in Civil Construction, Horticulture or Parks & Gardens – or equivalent experience

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to meaningful projects that support the community
• Work across Tasmania’s stunning East Coast
• Be part of a team that values safety, teamwork, and professionalism
• Ongoing development and training opportunities

Location

Primarily based in Triabunna, with work across the municipal area including Swansea, Bicheno, and Coles Bay.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with a completed Application Form by the closing date.

Enquiries: Darren Smith, Works Manager 03 6256 4777 or by email at darren.smith@freycinet.tas.gov.au
Submit applications to: people@freycinet.tas.gov.au

Applications close: Friday 20 June 2025

Glamorgan Spring Bay Council is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Join Our Casual Workforce – Make a Real Impact in Your Community

The Council is refreshing its Expression of Interest Register for casual positions in our Works Department — and we’d love to hear from you!

Whether you’re looking to contribute your skills or try something new, casual roles are available in areas such as:

• Road, path, and bridge construction and maintenance
• Parks and garden maintenance and development
• Facilities upkeep
• Waste management services

We’re looking for reliable, safety-conscious individuals who take pride in their work, enjoy working outdoors, and want to make a positive difference in our community. If you’re someone who can work independently and represent Council professionally, this could be a great fit for you.

 To express your interest, please provide:

1. A completed Application Form
2. A completed Pre-Employment Medical Disclosure Form (included in the Application Form)
3. A cover letter indicating your preferred work location and area of interest
4. A current resume

 Send your application by email to: darren.smith@freycinet.tas.gov.au

 Got questions? Call Darren Smith on 0417 669 551 — we’re happy to help.

Please note: this register is used to fill casual needs as they arise. If a suitable opportunity becomes available, we’ll be in touch to arrange an interview.

We ask all applicants to be prepared to:

• Provide referees for reference checks
• Undergo a work-related medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening
• Participate in ongoing health and safety initiatives

Expressions of interest are welcome all year round — this notice is simply to replenish our current pool.

Join us in helping keep our community running smoothly — we look forward to hearing from you!