Administration Officer

Fixed Term Full Time (Until 8 May 2026)

Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight

Pro Rata amount of $78,853 - $84,329 per annum (LGIA Stream A Level 2) + Superannuation

Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

The Planning and Regulatory Services Support Services team are looking for an Administration Officer to join their team. This role is responsible for providing quality administrative support including first point of contact for customers, drafting and preparation of correspondence, assessment of applications for properly made, receipting, data entry, creating and maintaining work instructions as well as maintaining Pathway workflows and modules such as dog registration with a high level of accuracy.

This position will primarily provide support to the Local Laws unit (including the Animal Management Centre) but will assist at times the other units in the section being Health and Environment, Building, Plumbing and Compliance, Development Engineering and Development Assessment.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

Positive attitude and ‘can do’ approach.

Reliable and trustworthy individual with an interest in administration.

Excellent time management, organisational and planning skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.

Adaptable to changing priorities.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

Supportive Work/Life Balance

A large employer with a strong values driven culture

A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Corporate membership discounts

Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options

17.5% annual leave loading

Wages paid fortnightly

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

A 2-3 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;

Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

Experience working in a fast paced administrative environment with the ability to uphold a high attention to detail.

Ability to prioritise tasks and manage your time in a busy work environment.

Proven flexible and proactive approach to work, with the ability to adapt to changing work priorities.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 18 August 2025 at Midnight (AEST)