Branch Administrator (Tasmania Branch)

Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU); Hobart; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time 35h

Rostered Days Off

Leave loading 25%

Annual leave 4 weeks

Christmas shutdown

Job summary

AMWU Tasmania Branch is seeking an Administration Officer in Hobart to keep the branch organized, professional and ready for whatever comes next.

You’ll provide administrative, operational and coordination support to the State Secretary, Organisers, stakeholders and members, helping the team focus on representing members and achieving strong outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet members and visitors as the first point of contact at reception.
• Manage the State Secretary’s diary and schedule.
• Coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Plan and deliver branch events.
• Handle correspondence and build relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Organization

Communication skills

Stakeholder liaison

Discretion & reliability

Interest in union movement

Job description

AMWU Tasmania Branch Administration position – (Hobart, Tasmania)

Behind every strong Union outcome is a team that runs like clockwork. As our Administration Officer, you’ll be our team’s anchor, keeping the Tasmanian branch organised, professional and ready for whatever comes next.

The role

You’ll provide administrative, operational and coordination support to the State Secretary, Organisers, stakeholders and members. By keeping everything running smoothly, you free up the team to focus their efforts on representing our members, advancing collective interests and winning strong outcomes.

What you’ll do

• Welcome members, visitors, and stakeholders as first point of contact at reception
• Manage the State Secretary’s diary and keep a busy schedule on track
• Coordinate travel and accommodation
• Plan and deliver branch events
• Handle correspondence and build strong relationships with stakeholders

What you’ll bring

• Exceptional organisation and the ability to juggle competing priorities
• A warm professional manner with members and senior stakeholders alike
• Polished written and verbal communication skills
• Discretion, reliability and a proactive, can-do approach
• A genuine interest in the Union movement and making a difference for workers

Why join us?

This is a trusted, central role where your work has a direct impact on the Branch’s success. You’ll join a passionate, mission driven team that makes a real difference to members’ working lives.

• Full-time, 35 hours per week. Option for part-time or job share for the right candidate(s).
• Monthly RDOs (Rostered Days Off) for full-time.
• 25% leave loading
• 4 weeks annual leave, plus Christmas shutdown

Closing date: COB Monday 23 November 2026