Administration & Operations Officer — Outdoor Education

Queensland Department of Education; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Department of Education – Tallebudgera Outdoor & Environmental Education Centre is seeking an Administration Officer to join our friendly, proactive team. This full-time role supports two campuses, across Tallebudgera and Currumbin Valley, delivering efficient school operations and positive learning experiences in outdoor education.

You will handle finance, HR records, asset maintenance, and customer service, applying departmental policies and digital systems.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Initiative, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy school environment.
• Confidence using digital systems and the ability to learn and apply Department of Education processes.
• Sound judgement, problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Flexibility, adaptability and a willingness to work across two campuses.

Responsibilities

• Finance and business administration: Purchasing, invoicing, financial processes and records management.
• Human resources: Staff records, recruitment processes, leave management and workforce administration.
• Facilities and asset management: Maintenance coordination, contractors, resources and operational requirements.
• Customer service: Professional and responsive communication with staff, visiting schools and stakeholders.
• Systems and compliance: Applying departmental policies, procedures and administrative systems.

Job description

Queensland Department of Education – Tallebudgera Outdoor & Environmental Education Centre is seeking an Administration Officer to join our friendly, proactive team. This full-time role supports two campuses, across Tallebudgera and Currumbin Valley, delivering efficient school operations and positive learning experiences in outdoor education.

You will handle finance, HR records, asset maintenance, and customer service, applying departmental policies and digital systems.