Customer Support Officer

• $35.66 per hour super
• Great entry level position gain valuable experience across local government
• Hybrid work model Officer location
• 4 Days per week (8:30am - 5:00pm)
• Maximum term up until 29th January 2027

About the opportunity

Join our Business Transformation business unit as a Customer Support Officer. This is your chance to be part of a dedicated team that takes personal responsibility and accountability for delivering exceptional service to our customers and residents every day. As a Customer Support Officer youll be at the forefront of our efforts to enhance the lives of those in our community providing support and solutions that truly matter.

This entry-level position is ideal for individuals looking to kickstart their career in local government.

You will make an impact by

• Delivering a positive customer experience: You will interact with customers face-to-face over the phone via email and online ensuring they understand and have access to the range of Council services available.
• Being proactive and thinking outside the box: Your ability to multitask will be vital as you deliver solutions in an efficient and friendly manner.
• Undertaking administrative responsibilities: You will process transactions in a timely and accurate manner and assist with duties associated with Civic Facilities events and other functions.
• Representing Council professionally: You will communicate with customers and administer transactions in a manner that meets the expectations of the community.
• Contributing to the team: You will participate in training activities meetings and provide input to review systems/processes to ensure flexible and responsive service delivery

What you will bring

• Demonstrated high level customer service skills to both internal and external customers
• Ability to effectively use computer programs to process requests find information correspond to customers and other staff members and provide timely and relevant information throughout the organisation.
• Ability to organise/prioritise workloads to achieve set objectives
• Ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to business improvements and team goals.
• Ability to prioritise manage and complete multiple tasks within set time frames.

Why work with us

• Activity based and hybrid work model.
• Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.
• Professional development opportunities including training and education programs and leadership development initiatives.
• A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship with initiatives to reduce the Councils carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.
• A focus on work-life balance with programs and initiatives designed to support employees physical and mental well-being.
• Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career here.

To apply

• Please fill out the online application form and upload your resume. Additionally you will be required to answer a few questions as part of the application process.
• Applications close midnight 12th November 2025
• For further information regarding the role please contact Katlyn Horton Senior Customer Support Officer onor refer to the position description.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage people living with a disability LGBTIQ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on.

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.