Customer Support Consultant

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government seeks a Customer Support Consultant to be the first point of contact for customers, their support networks and service providers, offering responsive guidance on financial administration matters. The role is a temporary full-time statewide position, performed from any QPT office, until 2 April 2027.

Join a team committed to supporting vulnerable Queenslanders with dignity and rights. You will manage enquiries, prepare documentation and collaborate with stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to delivering responsive, high-quality customer service.
• Ability to make timely, evidence-based decisions within delegated authority.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with customers and stakeholders.
• Experience managing complex or sensitive conversations with empathy, professionalism and resilience.
• Conflict resolution, negotiation and influencing skills to de-escalate situations and achieve positive outcomes.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of self-motivation, initiative, and accountability.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy and procedures to inform decision-making.
• Experience in a contact centre or high-volume customer service environment will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for customers and service providers, delivering responsive support and guidance on financial administration matters.
• Manage enquiries, prepare documentation and liaise with stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Use sound judgement to achieve positive customer outcomes while supporting vulnerable Queenslanders.

Job description

As a Customer Support Consultant, you will be the first point of contact for customers, their support networks and service providers, delivering responsive support and guidance on financial administration matters. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will manage enquiries, prepare documentation, collaborate with stakeholders and use sound judgement to achieve positive customer outcomes, making a meaningful difference to vulnerable Queenslanders while supporting their rights, interests and wishes.This is a temporary full-time statewide (performed from any QPT office) role available until 2 April 2027.Why join QPT?Make a meaningful difference every day: Support vulnerable Queenslanders by helping them access services, understand decisions and navigate important financial matters with confidence and dignity.Deliver trusted support: Build strong relationships with customers, families, support networks and service providers while providing compassionate and professional customer service.Grow your career in a supportive environment: Join a collaborative team that values continuous learning, wellbeing, knowledge sharing and professional development.Work in a role with variety and purpose: No two days are the same, with opportunities to problem-solve, support customers and contribute to positive outcomes across a broad range of enquiries.About youYou are a customer-focused and resilient professional who enjoys helping people and finding solutions. You thrive in a busy environment, can manage competing priorities and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, including those experiencing vulnerability or challenging circumstances.To excel in this role, the following attributes will be your keys to success:Demonstrated commitment to delivering responsive, high-quality customer service.Ability to make timely, evidence-based decisions within delegated authority.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with customers and stakeholders.Experience managing complex or sensitive conversations with empathy, professionalism and resilience.Conflict resolution, negotiation and influencing skills to de-escalate situations and achieve positive outcomes.Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of self-motivation, initiative, and accountability.Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy and procedures to inform decision-making.Experience in a contact centre or high-volume customer service environment will be highly regarded.Interested in applying?Please provide the following information in your application:A cover letter (maximum one page) telling us what you will bring to the role and your motivation for applying.Your current CV or resume (maximum three pages is recommended).Details of two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current or immediate past supervisor.Only those persons eligible to work in Australia may be employed by QPT. Prospective employees will be required to provide proof of identity and documentary evidence of their right to work in Australia.QPT is a value for money independent state trustee service dedicated to trust and estate administration and advancing and safeguarding the rights, interests and wishes of Queenslanders in need of financial management. We have been looking after Queenslanders and their families since 1916.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.