Administration Officer

• Fixed Term (Until January 2027) / Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• Pro Rata amount of $79,459 – $ 84,978 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 as well as maintaining Pathway workflows with a high level of accuracy.

This position will predominantly be providing support to the Building, Plumbing and Compliance unit but will assist at times the other units in the section being Health and Environment, Local Laws, 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

• 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.
• Able to work in a fast paced environment and work well under pressure.

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
• 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
• 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 1-2 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.
• Excellent time management and organisation skills with the ability to work within a team.
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service to all stakeholders with strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.

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

Applications Close: Monday 29 June 2026 at Midnight (AEST)