Support Officer - Property Services

Townsville

$69,027 - $75,650 PA

Non-ongoing - Specified term until 16 October 2026; Full-time

Applications close Wednesday 1 October, 2025

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (the Reef Authority) is a Commonwealth non-corporate entity, and a statutory agency established by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975 (Marine Park Act), reporting to the Minister for the Environment and Water. Our objective is the long-term protection, ecologically sustainable use, understanding and enjoyment of the Great Barrier Reef for all Australians and the international community through the care and development of the Marine Park. is a Commonwealth non-corporate entity, and a statutory agency established by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975 (Marine Park Act), reporting to the Minister for the Environment and Water. Our objective is the long-term protection, ecologically sustainable use, understanding and enjoyment of the Great Barrier Reef for all Australians and the international community through the care and development of the Marine Park.

We are seeking an experienced Support Officer to join the Property and Security team located at the Reef Authority’s main office in Townsville. In this role, you'll support the Business Operations team in all aspects of sustainable property management, protective security, and business continuity - delivering a corporate service to the whole-of-agency.

You'll help deliver a range of services aligned with the Reef Authority’s sustainable property management requirements. As part of a frontline team, you'll respond to internal and external stakeholder requests, supporting day-to-day operations such as administration of the corporate vehicle fleet, assisting with asset and facilities management, and overall services to Reef Authority staff to enable their day-to-day work.

This is a fully office-based role located in Townsville, where you'll provide frontline services to staff and stakeholders contacting the Reef Authority with a variety of requests. Due to operational requirements, there are no working from home arrangements available for this position.

What’s in it for You

• Be part of a mission-driven agency protecting the Great Barrier Reef
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team
• Contribute to sustainability and security initiatives
• Gain experience in government property and fleet management
• Opportunities to build relationships across a diverse organisation

What You’ll Bring

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in administration, logistics, or facilities support
• Ability to manage workflows and databases effectively
• Initiative and problem-solving in a team environment
• A current QLD driver’s licence and ability to operate electric vehicles
• Willingness to perform manual handling tasks when required
• Flexibility and a customer-focused mindset

If you're a proactive team player with a knack for logistics, facilities, and frontline service, we want to hear from you! Apply now to make a meaningful impact in a high-performing, purpose-driven organisation.