Managers Assistant (Development Services)

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region -Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.

About the Role

Development Services sits within Council’s Sustainable Growth and Planning directorate and plays a critical role in enabling responsible development across the Sunshine Coast. The Branch works closely with industry and stakeholders to deliver timely, customer‑focused development assessment services across planning, engineering, environment, building and compliance, supporting Council’s vision of a connected, liveable and thriving region.

As the Manager’s Assistant, you will provide high‑level, confidential administrative and customer support to the Manager Development Services while acting as a central point of contact for the Branch. This is a dynamic and trusted role where your organisation, judgement and proactive approach directly support leadership effectiveness, service delivery and positive stakeholder outcomes.

• Provide comprehensive executive support, including diary, meeting and workflow management.
• Prepare high‑quality correspondence, reports, agendas and minutes, following up actions as required.
• Coordinate internal and external communications and maintain accurate electronic records.
• Support Branch operations through administration, HR processes and stakeholder event coordination.

This position is based at  Sunshine Coast City Hall, in the heart of Maroochydore CBD. This state of the art and sustainable building is designed to achieve an innovative and collaborative workspace.

About you

You’re highly organised and thrive in fast‑paced environments, confidently managing competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

You communicate professionally and clearly, building strong relationships and delivering excellent customer service with tact, discretion and confidence.

You bring experience in administrative or office support roles and use initiative, sound judgement and problem‑solving skills to keep things moving smoothly.

You’re tech‑savvy and comfortable using a range of systems and software, with a commitment to confidentiality, continuous improvement and quality outcomes.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:

• Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. 
• Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
• Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030.

For specific enquiries contact Kate Power during business hours on 0459 938 241.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.