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Administration Officer-Civil and Open Spaces

Applications closing on 25 September 2026, 12:01 PM

- Job Type Full Time
- Package $32- $38 per hour pending experience + Super

Salary: $32- 38 per hour pending experience+ Super

Location: Palm Island

At Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council, our work is about more than delivering services-it's about supporting our people, strengthening community and building a future led by local capability.

We’re committed to building a strong local workforce and are looking for an organised, motivated Administration Officer who wants to make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of essential services across Palm Island. The role supports the Civil & Open Spaces team, helping ensure the smooth coordination of maintenance, infrastructure and community projects that directly benefit our community.

About the Role

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are quite the same.

You’ll be the administrative backbone of the Civil & Open Spaces team, supporting everything from procurement and contractor engagement to records management, work orders and day-to-day operational coordination. Working closely with supervisors, staff,



suppliers and contractors, you’ll help keep projects, processes and information running smoothly.

We’re looking for someone who is organised, enjoys problem-solving, communicates well with others and takes pride in delivering high quality work.

What You’ll Bring:

Experience in administration or business support

Solid organisational and time management skills

Ability to manage records and documentation accurately

Strong communication and customer service skills

A positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team

Current Queensland C Class Driver Licence

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to build your career while contributing to projects and services that directly support the Palm Island community. You’ll join a supportive team and play an important role in helping Council deliver for our people.

Interested in learning more? The Position Description contains the full details of the role, including key responsibilities, required skills and experience, and can be viewed on Council's website.

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

Applications close: 25thSeptember 2026 unless filled prior

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📌 Administration Officer-Civil and Open Spaces (Palm Island)
🏢 Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council
📍 Palm Island