Division/Section: Business Services / Health Safety & Wellbeing
Position Type: Fixed Term Full Time, July **** – July **** (9 day fortnight, *****/week)
Salary Range: LGO4 ($86,720 - $92,954 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience
Location: Townsville
Application Close: 11:45pm, Wednesday 15 July ****.
About The Role
Support the delivery of Council's Health, Safety and Wellbeing initiatives by providing efficient, confidential administrative support to the Team Manager and broader team.
You'll assist in developing and maintaining systems, interpreting and applying relevant policies and processes, and ensuring services are delivered accurately and in line with organisational standards.
This role also requires clear and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment.
You'll play a key role in improving administrative processes, particularly around training coordination, with a focus on creating simpler and more efficient practices.
The position involves contributing to projects, developing procedures and documentation, and managing your workload with minimal direction.
With a strong focus on continuous improvement, you'll help ensure team operations remain effective, streamlined and fit for purpose.
About You
Certificate IV in Business or relevant administrative experience Experience supporting health, safety or training functions (large org preferred) Strong knowledge of administrative processes and office procedures Ability to interpret and apply legislation,



policies and procedures Working knowledge of WHS and Local Government legislation Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and business systems Solid written and verbal communication skills Ability to prioritise, organise and manage workload effectively Problem-solving and analytical skills Team-oriented with ability to contribute to team outcomes Current QLD "C" Class Driver's Licence
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.
We're committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.
We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave Natural Disaster Leave Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable) Annual wage progression Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Access to a range of learning and development opportunities,



including on-the-job learning and formal training programs Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
Contact Person: Kandy
Contact Email: ******
How To Apply
Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button.
Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role.
We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.
For Further Information Review The Position Description.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.
People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process.
Please be aware Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact ***************** or phone ************ for a confidential discussion.
Attachments
Senior Systems and Administration Officer_PD.pdf

📌 Senior Systems & Administration Officer (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
📍 Townsville