Senior Administration & Operations Lead

Queensland Government; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Senior Administration Officer to oversee the administration team and deliver high-quality financial, human resources and business support to the Manager. The role focuses on improving service delivery through compliant practices and robust reporting across assets, facilities and budgets.

The position requires leadership of administrative systems, strategic planning participation, and guidance to staff on policies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration team and provide high quality financial, human resource and business support to the Manager.
• Develop and apply local administrative work practices to enhance service delivery and ensure compliance with standards, policies and legislation.
• Manage financial processes, including budget preparation, performance reporting and expenditure reconciliations.
• Lead and maintain administrative systems for assets, fleet, financial and human resources, and performance reporting.
• Operate autonomously to resolve complex issues and deliver practical local solutions.
• Participate in management team planning and decision-making.
• Support and coach staff on departmental policies and processes for assets, facilities, budgets and reporting.
• Allocate and prioritise tasks within the administrative team and balance priorities for efficient workflow.
• Develop and maintain networks with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective coordination and compliance with requirements.
• Process manual pay entries into SWEAP payroll for Co-Responder staff on shift work.

Job description

Queensland Government is seeking a Senior Administration Officer to oversee the administration team and deliver high-quality financial, human resources and business support to the Manager. The role focuses on improving service delivery through compliant practices and robust reporting across assets, facilities and budgets.

The position requires leadership of administrative systems, strategic planning participation, and guidance to staff on policies and processes.