Multi Skilled Administration Officer - Boigu (Part Time)

Torres Strait Island Regional Council; Torres Strait Island Regional; Remote; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6 Weeks Annual Leave

Additional TSIRC Public Holidays

Uniforms

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is seeking a Part Time Administration Officer to join Division 1 on Boigu Island. The role focuses on friendly customer service, efficient administration, records management, and support for procurement activities.

18 hours per week, with six weeks annual leave and additional public holidays. Ideal candidates will have at least 12 months of administration experience, a Certificate III in Business Administration, and strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months administration experience.
• Certificate III in Business Administration required.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Strong customer service skills in frontline roles.
• High attention to detail and time management; ability to plan and prioritise.
• Good computer skills and electronic communications proficiency.
• Culturally responsive and respectful communication with Torres Strait Islander communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, efficient customer service and administrative support to the community.
• Handle general administration tasks including enquiries, records management, and basic financial registers.
• Process purchasing requests and support procurement activities in line with policy.
• Maintain accurate records using Council systems and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Support day-to-day operations to ensure services and resources are available.

Skills

Administration

Communication

Teamwork

Frontline service

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate III in Business Administration

Job description

See below the vacancy and the responsibilities as well as the key skills required for the role.

Reference: 6943970

An exciting opportunity is available for a Part Time Administration Officer to join the TSIRC team at Division 1, Boigu Island

What we offer:

• Based at Division 1, Boigu Island
• Part time, Permanent (18 hours per week Mon-Fri)
• 6 Weeks Annual Leave
• Additional TSIRC Public Holidays
• Uniforms
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 ‘outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

About the role

Provide friendly, efficient customer service and administrative support to the community.

Handle general administration tasks including enquiries, records management, and basic financial registers.

Process purchasing requests and support procurement activities in line with policy.

Maintain accurate records using Council systems and ensure compliance with procedures.

Support day-to-day operations to ensure services and resources are available.

What We're Looking For:

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum 12 month's administration experience.
• Certificate III in Business Administration and or previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Excellent customer service skills in a frontline role.
• High level of attention to detail and time management skills with the ability to plan, manage and prioritise workloads.
• Excellent computer skills to operate a computer and electronic communication devices and processes.
• The ability to be culturally responsive, by demonstrating an understanding of the issues affecting Torres Strait Islander people and communicating with sensitivity and effectiveness.

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

For more information:

Contact Clara-May Pearson on 0474 913 762