At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch administrative support to the City Licences and Permits leadership team.
- Company: Join Brisbane City Council, Australia's largest local government with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, free gym access, and generous leave provisions.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team shaping Brisbane's future while enhancing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in admin roles, strong organisational skills, and excellent communication abilities.
The predicted salary is between 89207 - 95764 $ per year.
Personnel Area: City Planning Economic Development Services
Branch: City Licences and Permits
Salary Range: Band 4 $89,207 - $95,764 AUD per annum + Superannuation (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)
Work type: Permanent Full-time
Our Business
Brisbane City Council is Australia’s largest local government and one of the nation's most diverse and dynamic organisations. Guided by Brisbane Vision 2031, Council is focused on delivering innovative, high performing services that provide exceptional value for residents, businesses and visitors while shaping Brisbane as Australia's lifestyle capital. The City Planning and Economic Development Services Group manage development applications, provide planning and development advice, develop strategic planning policy and economic strategies. Our work supports sustainable growth, helps shape Brisbane's future and ensures the city continues to be a great place to live, work and visit.
Our Branch City Licences and Permits is leading the transformation of how Brisbane City Council delivers licensing, permitting and application services. As a newly established branch, we're creating a modern, customer-focused and digitally enabled service that brings licences, permits and applications together into one seamless experience. By simplifying processes, improving consistency and decision-making, and embracing innovation, we're making it easier for residents, businesses and stakeholders to engage with Council while delivering better outcomes for our community and helping shape Brisbane's future.
The Role
Are you an organised, proactive and customer-focused administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment? Do you take pride in keeping things running smoothly, building strong relationships and providing exceptional support to leaders and teams? As a Personal Assistant in the newly created City Licences and Permits Branch, you will provide professional administrative, business and personal assistance services that support the effective operation of the branch leadership team. You will coordinate calendars, meetings, correspondence and branch administration activities while ensuring a high standard of customer service and confidentiality. You will work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders and help ensure leadership priorities are delivered efficiently and effectively.
To be successful you will have:
- Experience providing executive, personal assistant or administrative support in a professional environment
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing tasks and deadlines
- A commitment to delivering responsive, professional and high-quality customer service
- Excellent written communication skills, including experience preparing correspondence and communicating with a range of customers and stakeholders
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels
- Proven ability to work with confidential and sensitive information
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to achieve quality outcomes within tight timeframes
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams.
Benefits of working for Council include:
- Flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
- Free gym and wellness centre
- Award winning superannuation fund
- Generous leave provisions
This role requires a Criminal History Check.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.
Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.
Council and its employees must follow the Public Sector Ethics Act 1994 (Qld) and the Code of Conduct. This means employees are expected to act with honesty, fairness, and always prioritise the public interest over personal or private gain.
Personal Assistant in Brisbane employer: Brisbane City Council
Brisbane City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that champions inclusivity and community engagement. As Australia's largest local government, we provide extensive benefits, including financial security, flexible work options, and robust training and career development opportunities, all while fostering a vibrant culture that prioritises the well-being of our employees and the community. Join us in shaping a creative and liveable city, where your leadership can make a meaningful impact on the lives of Brisbane's diverse residents.
