AGENCY: Senior Business Support Officer (9691)

Job No: COH23688
Location: Hobart

  • Applications are sought from agencies under the terms and conditions of the Local Buy LB334 Recruitment: Temporary and Labour Hire Services Contract with the City of Hobart.

THIS JOB CLOSES ON: 11.59 pm, Sunday 09 November 2025.
 
Key Contacts

For pay and conditions: Carlos Corvalan, People & Culture Specialist, on 03 6238 2558 or recruitment@hobartcity.com.au

For role information: Rachel Rust, Executive Officer - Strategic and Regulatory Services Network on 6238 2854 or rachel.rust@hobartcity.com.au

 
Temporary Role Information

This role contributes to the success of the City by supporting the effective delivery of planning, facility booking, and statutory services. The Senior Business Support Officer coordinates key processes, ensures legislative compliance, and provides high-quality customer service. The role also contributes to corporate improvement initiatives through data management, reporting, and process enhancement.

Role accountabilities include:

  • Coordinating public notification processes for planning and major development applications.
  • Managing seasonal sportsground allocations and bookings for events and activities.
  • Supporting statutory services under the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 and Local Government Act 1993.
  • Leading and initiating project teams to facilitate change and process improvement.
  • Maintaining databases, producing reports, and implementing processes to meet corporate, divisional, and statutory requirements.
  • Conducting detailed research of Council records to disclose information required under relevant legislation.
  • Providing expert advice and high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

Learn more about the Position:  PD for Senior Business Support Officer

 
Competencies/Certifications
  • A Certificate IV in Business Administration, Frontline Management or equivalent experience.
 
Pay & Conditions
  • Group & Team: Strategic and Regulatory Services Network, Strategic and Regulatory Services Business Support Team
  • Location: Council Centre
  • Start Date: From 3 November to 30 November 2025 (1 month) with potential of extension. 
  • Salary: $45.34 per hour (Inclusive of 20% casual loading)
  • Number of positions required: 1
  • Hours per week: Full time
 
Application Instructions
Applications will only be accepted from agencies under the Terms and Conditions of the Local Buy LB334 Recruitment: Temporary and Labour Hire Services Contract. Complete the application as follows:
  1. Personal Details section,
    • Enter the candidate's FIRST and LASTNAME.  If Last Name is not available enter "Not available"
    • Enter YOUR contact details (email/phone) in 'Personal Details' (not the candidate's). 
  2. Overview: Make a general statement about the candidate's suitability and motivation for the role.
  3. Attachments: the candidate's resume and relevant qualifications. 
 
Privacy and Security Requirement
*To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s Licences, passports, or personal tax or superannuation details. Instead, declare that your candidate has the required documents We will verify the originals in person on their first day before they can commence work. 
 
Please contact recruitment@hobartcity.com.au for further information.
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