Step into a leadership role where your skills really matter. As the Senior Business Support Officer with the Department for Child Protection (DCP), you will play a key role in guiding HR, finance and administrative processes across the office. Working closely with the Business Manager, you’ll lead junior staff, improve systems, and deliver the trusted support that keeps everything running smoothly. This is your chance to combine leadership, strategy and mentoring in a role that makes a real difference to children, young people and families.
Living in Port Augusta means joining a welcoming community with excellent amenities and the stunning Flinders Ranges and Spencer Gulf nearby. Enjoy hiking, kayaking and cultural festivals while building lasting connections.
Working here offers more than a job. Our collaborative office partners with government, non government and Aboriginal organisations to make a real difference.
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In this role, you will
- Provide high-level HR and finance support to the Business Manager.
- Lead, train and allocate tasks to ASO2 administrative staff.
- Manage accurate records, correspondence and reporting systems.
- Monitor budgets, prepare financial reports and oversee expenditure.
To be successful
You are an experienced professional who thrives in a senior support role. You bring strong organisational skills, the ability to prioritise, and the confidence to make decisions that keep people and processes moving. Your communication style helps you build trusted relationships across HR, finance, and frontline teams.
You have proven expertise in administrative services across HR, finance and office management, and you know how to translate policies into practical solutions. As a leader, you guide and mentor junior staff, encourage collaboration, and look for smarter ways of working. If you’re ready to take on a role where leadership, strategy and influence come together, we encourage you to apply.