Administration Officer

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD in Manly (QLD) is seeking an AO3 Admin Officer on a 0.6 FTE basis, temp until 6 August 2027. Based in Manly, you’ll provide diverse administrative support, manage stakeholder communications, and help deliver efficient business support across regional bases.

The role offers flexible hours (e.g., three days per week or reduced hours across five days) while contributing to a dynamic team that values safety, collaboration, and customer

Qualifications

• Highly organised administrator able to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Customer service champion who enjoys building relationships and helping people find solutions.
• Team player who collaborates effectively while also taking initiative and working independently.
• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to contribute wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative support across a broad range of regional business functions.
• Serve as a key point of contact for employees, stakeholders, and external customers, responding to enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Coordinate and manage work requests received via shared mailboxes, post, telephone, and in-person channels.
• Support day-to-day office operations to ensure the smooth functioning of local bases.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the GBRMPR Administration Team to prioritise and deliver business support services.

Job description

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD - Manly QLD

Purpose + People = Success

• Purpose - We care for Queensland's natural places by building strong connections with people, wildlife, and the landscapes we protect
• People - We are passionate, proud, and driven to be our best, working together to collaborate, innovate, and keep each other safe
• Success - We create lasting, positive impact—where nature thrives, and communities value and connect with the environment

The Opportunity - AO3 Admin Officer (Manly), 0.6 FTE - Temp till 06.08.27

Based in Manly this exciting opportunity places you at the heart of Southern Marine Parks Management Unit, providing diverse administrative support across a dynamic operational environment. As a trusted first point of contact, you will build strong stakeholder relationships, manage competing priorities, and collaborate with a high performing team to deliver exceptional customer service, organisational excellence, and responsive business support.

This position is offered at 0.6 FTE, with flexibility in how hours are worked. We are open to arrangements such as three days per week or reduced hours across five days, allowing the successful applicant to balance work commitments while making a valuable contribution to the team.

Before You Apply...

Please note: A current Manual Driver's Licence is essential for successful applicants.

Why Join Us

Because here, your work matters. You'll contribute to something bigger—protecting Queensland's natural heritage while building a career filled with variety, adventure, and purpose. Be part of a passionate & supportive regional admin team that values collaboration, diversity, and safety—on the water and on land.

What You'll Do

Play a pivotal role in connecting people, priorities and processes

• Provide high-quality administrative support across a broad range of regional business functions.
• Serve as a key point of contact for employees, stakeholders, and external customers, responding to enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Coordinate and manage work requests received via shared mailboxes, post, telephone, and in-person channels.
• Support day-to-day office operations to ensure the smooth functioning of local bases.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the GBRMPR Administration Team to prioritise and deliver business support services.

What We’re Looking For

We're looking for an administration superstar who thrives on variety, enjoys helping others, and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. You'll be:

• A highly organised administrator who can manage multiple tasks and changing priorities with ease.
• A customer service champion who enjoys building strong relationships and helping people find solutions.
• A team player who collaborates effectively while also taking initiative and working independently.
• A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to contribute wherever needed to support the team and region.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who enjoys making a difference through great service, strong organisation, and a genuine commitment to supporting others.

Bring your administration expertise aboard and support a team making a difference on and off the water.

Job Ad Reference:

QLD/707071/26
Closing Date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026