Site Services Coordinator

Queensland Government; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Site Services Coordinator for TAFE Queensland in Cairns. The role supports Infrastructure and Logistics with admin duties, budgeting and fleet/space management. It reports to the Manager Infrastructure and Logistics and is a 12-month temporary, full-time assignment.

The position may require work across other campuses, with a focus on improving service delivery, compliance with quality policies, and improving business processes. Commencement is January 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities/infrastructure support and budgeting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage staff and calendars.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook.
• Driver's Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and efficient services using software packages including CELCAT, Archibus and Technology One.
• Manage own workflow and negotiate deadlines.
• Oversee staff development, monitoring and evaluation of performance.
• Support the Manager Infrastructure and Logistics to ensure high performance for stakeholders.
• Coordinate cleaning, security, timetabling, space personnel and stock audits.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Budgeting

Staff management

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Education

Driver's Licence

Tools

CELCAT

Archibus

Technology One

Job description

Are you looking for a career that is challenging but also rewarding? We have an exciting opportunity for a Site Services Coordinator.

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training (VET) provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. Our award-winning training is delivered on campus, online, and in the workplace to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies.

By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce that is closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.

Your Opportunity

As the Site Services Coordinator you will assist in the general administrative duties of the Infrastructure and Logistics team.

This position reports to the Manager, Infrastructure and Logistics.

This is aTemporary, Full-Time opportunity, for 12 months, unless otherwise determined.

The position will be based primarily at Cairns, however you may be required to perform work at other TAFE Queensland campuses.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and efficient services utilising various software packages including word processing, spread sheeting, and adapt and utilise corporate systems such as Corbett Engineering Limited Computer Assisted Timetabling (CELCAT); Archibus; Technology One.
• Manage own workflow efficiently, negotiating priorities for deadlines where appropriate.
• Manage relevant staff including the development, monitoring and evaluation of performance management protocols.
• Provide effective support to the Manager Infrastructure and Logistics to ensure service provided to stakeholders is of high performance.
• Coordinate the cleaning, security, timetabling and space personnel, and other requisition and audit stock as required.
• Active involvement in budget development, financial reporting and forecasting.
• Ensure specific areas of responsibility are adequately covered at all times including room booking processes, vehicle booking processes and region archiving.
• Perform duties within TAFE Queensland guidelines and procedures, continually seeking improvements in the way in which work is performed.
• Contribute to the achievement of TAFE Queensland’s quality policies by encouraging an environment where high quality work is achieved and is supported by the adherence/development of quality system documentation.
• Undertake research and development on matters relating to business functions.
• Ensure day to day activities align with business operations.
• Contribute to improvement in business processes and practices.
• Undertake other duties as are reasonable.
• Contribute to the success of transformation and cultural change through promoting and modelling the established values of Showing Initiative, Working Together, Focusing on our Customer and Taking Responsibility.

How You Will Be Assessed

The ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:

• Displays the initiative, attitude and ability to thrive within a dynamic, challenging and changing environment.
• Demonstrate a sound work ethic.
• Possess the relevant skills to manage and train staff and communicate effectively across a wide client base.
• Possess skills relevant to financial management performance protocols.
• Demonstrate sound organisational ability with an emphasis on the use of electronic media.

Mandatory Qualifications/Requirements

• Drivers Licence

Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.

Highly Desirable Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook)
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

Commencement of role will be in January 2027

• Please note that the recruitment process may be impacted by TAFE Queensland's annual compulsory shutdown period. While assessment activities may commence prior to the closure, finalisation of the recruitment process, including outcome notifications, may not occur until January 2027.

Closing date: 24 November 2026

Job Reference Number: TQ2026-1070

For Further Information, Please Contact

Contact name: Dean Janetski

Role: Manager Infrastructure and Logistics

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Occupational group Facilities/Asset Management