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• Key position providing essential support to the Board Secretariat function for Bradfield Development Authority
• Temporary to June 2027 with potential for extension
• Penrith location with flexible working arrangements
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $ 113,574 to $125,720

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

This role will primarily support the Secretariat function for the Board and its committees, ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the Office of the Chief Executive Officer. You’ll be the go-to person for high-level board and administration support—coordinating meetings, managing records, and making sure communication flows efficiently across teams and stakeholders. It’s a hands-on position where your organisation skills and attention to detail really shine.

You’ll be juggling priorities in a fast-paced environment, often under tight deadlines to meet Secretariat requirements. This requires maintaining composure in high-pressure situations, exercising sound judgement when handling sensitive information, and demonstrating agility in adapting to shifting priorities.

If you enjoy being at the centre of things and thrive on keeping everything on track, this role is a great fit.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Administration Officer

What you will bring to the role

• Experience in a governance, secretariat or high level executive support role.
• Experience supporting boards and/or committees.
• Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. 
• Solid time management and organisational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.

About us

The Bradfield Development Authority (BDA) is building a stronger future for Western Sydney by delivering Bradfield City Centre and attracting investment to the Western Sydney Aerotropolis. We work with all levels of government, industry, and the community to realise the once-in-a-generation opportunities the new 24/7 Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and the surrounding Western Sydney Aerotropolis precinct.

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11.55pm, Sunday 10^th August 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Mark O’Toole, Manager Board Secretariat, mark.otoole@bda.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn