Administration Officer

Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton; Walgett; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Wellness Leave (MyLeave)

Flex-time

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Long service leave after 5 years

Job summary

Walgett Shire Council is seeking an Administration Officer to provide accurate, responsive administrative support across Council as required by priorities. You will be the central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling information with confidentiality and discretion to maintain a high standard of service.

This permanent, full-time role works 35 hours per week, with an attractive salary and entitlements.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide administrative support across a diverse range of services.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with customers, community members and contractors.
• Customer-focused approach with ability to handle sensitive situations.
• High initiative and problem-solving skills to ensure smooth operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Certificate IV in Business Administration or equivalent competence.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, responsive administrative support across Council.
• Act as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle information confidentially and maintain high service standards.
• Adapt to changing work priorities and assignments.

Skills

Administrative support

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Initiative

Microsoft 365

Education

Certificate IV in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

• Working with Council provides stability, interesting work, and community contribution.
• Attractive weekly rate of $1,266.75 to $1,547.32 depending on skills and experience.
• 5 weeks annual leave & an additional week of Wellness and Wellbeing Leave (MyLeave) each year.

The Administration Officer provides accurate, responsive and professional administrative support across Council as required by operational priorities. The role is a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handles information with confidentiality and discretion, and maintains a consistently high standard of service.

Depending on skills and experience, the Administration Officer may support one Council Directorate or multiple areas and will need to adapt to changing work assignments. If you are a helpful and team focussed person, in this position you will be able to gain valuable experience and find the support area that suits you best.

This is a permanent, fulltime position working 35 hours per week.

About you:

• Ability and skills to provide administrative support across a diverse range of services.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with customers, community members & contractors.
• A customer-focused approach, with the ability to handle sensitive situations.
• High level of initiative and problem-solving skills to contribute to the smooth operation of Council.
• Able to use the Microsoft 365 Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Certificate IV in Business Administration or equivalent competence in administration, customer service, records management and data entry.

At Walgett Shire Council, we understand that not every candidate will meet every criterion, and that is perfectly fine—your passion and potential matter most to us.

• An attractive salary of between $1,266.75-$1,547.32 per week plus superannuation.
• Generous benefits, including 5 weeks of annual leave and long service leave after 5 years.
• An additional week of Wellness and Wellbeing Leave (MyLeave) each year
• Flex‑time arrangements, promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• Professional development opportunities to support your growth and success.
• Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges.
• Exceptional working conditions within a family‑friendly and supportive environment.

About us:

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, the Shire includes the towns of Walgett, Lightning Ridge, and Collarenebri, along with the villages of Carinda, Cumborah, Rowena, and Burren Junction, as well as expansive rural areas. With a population of approximately 7,000, the Shire supports key industries such as agriculture, grazing, grain handling, opal mining, and tourism.

Just an hour north, Lightning Ridge is famed for its vibrant opal mining culture and distinctive outback charm. Whether it’s fossicking for opals, exploring underground art galleries, soaking in naturally heated artesian springs, or enjoying the tranquillity of river fishing, the region offers a truly one‑of‑a‑kind experience.

Life in Walgett Shire offers the best of outback living—open skies, a strong sense of community, and endless opportunities to explore. For more information about Walgett and the Lightning Ridge area, please click here .

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, the Shire includes the towns of Walgett, Lightning Ridge, and Collarenebri, along with the villages of Carinda, Cumborah, Rowena, and Burren Junction, as well as expansive rural areas. With a population of over 7,000, the Shire supports key industries such as agriculture, grazing, grain handling, opal mining, and tourism.

Nestled at the junction of the Namoi and Barwon Rivers, Walgett is rich in history and natural beauty. Once a bustling paddle‑steamer port, it is now the northern gateway to the iconic Darling River Run, offering breathtaking landscapes and a deep connection to Australia’s heritage.

Just an hour north, Lightning Ridge is famed for its vibrant opal mining culture and distinctive outback charm. Whether it is fossicking for opals, exploring underground art galleries, soaking in naturally heated artesian springs, or enjoying the tranquillity of river fishing, the region offers a truly one‑of‑a‑kind experience.

At Walgett Shire Council, we are rebuilding with a people‑first culture. Safety, our people, and service to the community are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for passionate and committed professionals who are aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility.