Receipting Officer (3727) – Permanent Full Time
About Us
The Livingstone Shire sits nestled along the beautiful Capricorn Coast and covers approximately 11,776 square kilometres, with a population of almost 41,000 residents. Livingstone Shire Council was created in 2013 and employs approximately 350 people.
Livingstone and the Capricorn Coast is a relaxed coastal environment in which connecting with family, friends and the community is a high priority. The area has an abundance of natural features including countless beaches with sheltered swimming, picturesque national parks, pristine rainforests and idyllic offshore islands, making it an ideal place to live. Our beaches, bushes and tropical rainforests are second to none and have been specifically preserved, designed and transformed to show the unique, untouched charm of Livingstone.
Livingstone Shire Council promotes a positive culture in the workplace with all staff demonstrating high standards of Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity. These values and behaviours set the standard for Council and are embodied throughout the organisation.
The Role
An opportunity exists within Livingstone Shire Council for a Receipting Officer to join our Systems and Administration team in Infrastructure Services.
This position will be required to undertake procurement receipting activities, establish and maintain good working relationships with vendors, review and monitor accuracy and currency of data. The position is responsible for providing purchasing and requisitioning support across the Infrastructure Portfolio in a professional, efficient and confidential manner ensuring compliance with Council’s purchasing policy and directive and the development of good working relationships with all staff and suppliers.
The successful candidate is responsible for answering and responding to calls and emails and delegating enquiries to the appropriate business unit, therefore will require good knowledge of Council’s structure. Responsibilities include prioritising tasks according to deadlines and providing superior customer service and administrative support in an effective and efficient manner.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
To excel in this role, you will have:
- Work experience relevant to the position (receipting, purchasing or administration); and
- Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle driver licence.
Benefits:
- Annual Salary - $71,218 QLGIA (Stream A) Level 2;
- Work/life balance with a 9-day fortnight.
- Salary packaging options.
- Professional development and career opportunities.
- Supported team environment.
Applications close Monday, 14 October 2024 at midnight (AEST).
Livingstone Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer.