Administration Officer

You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.

Queensland Rail is built on true connection. For over 150 years, we've been instrumental in linking people and places, and now we invite you to contribute to our proud legacy and help shape a brighter, more sustainable future.

 

Your opportunity

A rare and rewarding opportunity has become available for an experienced Administration Officer to join our Regional Assets team, based in Townsville.

In this key role, you will provide high-level administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the team. You will play a vital part in facilitating the team's success through your organizational expertise and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a broad range of administrative support services, including document preparation, data entry, presentation formatting, spreadsheet creation, and calendar/diary management.
• Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, and events including venue bookings, attendee arrangements, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and travel/accommodation coordination.
• Manage divisional functions such as SAP data entry for payroll and finance, invoice processing, and petty cash handling.
• Liaise effectively with internal staff, management, suppliers, and external customers to foster a collaborative and positive work environment.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Strong experience in delivering administrative support services, particularly in payroll, purchasing, and financial systems.
• Well-developed organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and SAP or similar enterprise systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach.

We’re looking for a flexible and self-motivated individual who thrives both independently and in a team environment. Your ability to engage stakeholders and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic setting will be essential to your success.

 Salary and hours

• AS3.1 $82,857 + 12.75% superannuation

• Option to choose between a Monday to Friday schedule with 7.6-hour days or a 9-day fortnight (3 day weekend every fortnight)

For further information please click here to view the full Position Description.

We look forward to hearing from motivated individuals who are ready to make an impact and work as part of a dedicated team!

Benefits that Count 

All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best.  

• QRI Lifestyle offers members access to over 2,000 exclusive discounts and services 

• Prioritise your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing with our range of free services 

• You and your family can get fit and have fun with access to over 380 gyms and pools with our Fitness Passport 

• Eligible employees can receive up to 100% reimbursement for professional membership fees 

• Shape your rewarding career with clear pathways, innovative projects and opportunities for growth and leadership 

And more! Click here to see the full range of benefits available to Queensland Rail employees. 

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. We offer boundless opportunities to support your career today and for your future.
 

Apply for the Administration Officer role via our website by clicking the Apply Now button before Wednesday 11th of June 2025.

To learn more about this career opportunity, please contact Lauren Pallanza via email at lauren.pallanza@qr.com.au

We’re a team of thousands and we’re proud of our individual journeys and stories. And as we grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Please contact Nancy Sanday on nancy.sanday@qr.com.au should you need to discuss accommodations.