Regional Operations Support Officer | Emergency Recovery
Are you a highly organised administrative professional with a passion for community resilience? We are seeking a self-motivated Regional Operations Support Officer to join a dedicated team focused on helping Victorian communities recover and build back stronger following major emergencies.
This is a dynamic, full-time (Monday–Friday) contract position for 12 weeks (3 months). The role offers a flexible work-from-home arrangement balanced with essential travel throughout the Geelong (Barwon South West) and Grampians regions.
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The Role: Reporting to the Director of Regional Recovery, you will provide high-quality administrative and logistical support to ensure smooth regional operations. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys a mix of office-based coordination and operational field support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Executive Support: Manage complex calendars, email inboxes, and travel/accommodation for senior leadership and the broader regional team.
- Operational Logistics: Coordinate the procurement of equipment, IT services, and stationery; oversee the maintenance and fit-out of regional fleet vehicles.
- Meeting & Event Coordination: Organise meetings and presentations, prepare agendas, and act as minute secretary to ensure follow-up actions are completed.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for community members, government agencies, and non-government organisations to impart information and manage enquiries.
- Safety & Compliance: Support Work Health and Safety (WHS) initiatives, ensuring field staff have the necessary training and equipment to work safely in the community.
About You: You are a proactive individual who can adapt quickly to changing priorities. You possess exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience providing administrative or logistical support to senior staff.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Office365 and strong report-writing abilities.
- Community Mindset: Experience in community engagement, development, or disaster recovery is highly desirable.
- Mobility: A valid Victorian Driver’s Licence is mandatory. You must be willing to travel regularly across the region.
- Problem Solving: A proven ability to use critical thinking to resolve issues and interpret organisational policies.
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in large-scale recovery efforts that make a tangible difference in people's lives. You will work within a collaborative, high-performing culture that values diversity and inclusion.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
