Job Description
/n /n /n Position: Administration Officer /n Commencement Date: Term 1, 2027 (18th January 2027) /n Employment Status: Term-Time continuing /n Hours per week: 38hpw /n Hourly Rate: $34.19 to $35.64 (pending experience) /n Applications Close: Friday, 20 November 2026 /n

About us
/n St Patrick’s College embraces its motto of ‘Seek and Serve Christ’. It enjoys a rich history built on the Sisters of Mercy and Christian Brothers, St Patrick’s College is a co-education Catholic College with a combined current enrolment of approximately 1500 students. St Patrick’s College offers a unique experience for students, consisting of a dual campus concept catering exclusively for Years 7 to 10 at the Mercy Campus and Years 11 to 12 at the Senior Campus. Our students are encouraged to excel in personal growth and faith development in a learning environment that offers a broad-based curriculum. Our staff work collaboratively with students and their families in an attempt to challenge students to become active learners to prepare them for success in a variety of pathways. /n Mackay, Queensland is located 970 kilometres north of Brisbane with a population of over 125,000. Mackay is known as the sugar capital of Australia and for our beautiful beaches and close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsunday Islands. /n Your Role /n An exciting opportunity exists to join the team at St Patrick's College, Mackay, in the position of Administration Officer. This is a term-time continuing position for 38hpw, commencing from Term 1, 2027 (18th January 2027). /n We are seeking applicants who are highly organised and professional, with the ability to provide high-quality administrative support and contribute to the effective operation of the college. /n In this role,



the successful applicant will provide a variety of support services with a depth of knowledge and broad range of skills in order to serve the educational function of the College. /n Typical duties include but are not limited to: /n /n
- Cary out a wide range of administrative duties at an advanced level to support the school leadership team and teaming staff that may include providing a welcoming reception, typing, word processing, maintaining manual and electronic records and assisting with school events and excursions. /n
- Respond to enquiries from and liaise with staff, students, parents and the public. /n
- Provide administrative support to senior management with tasks such as arranging appointments, the coordination of diaries and travel and accommodation bookings. /n
- Assist in the preparation of internal and external publications /n
- Draft agendas for meetings, prepare supporting documents and take and produce minutes. /n
- Assist in the enrolment function including handling initial enquiries and arranging interviews. /n
- Monitor and care for students in sick bay, complete appropriate documentation and follow procedures in relation to student sickness and dispensing of medications. /n /n For more information, please review Position Description. /n About you /n The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate: /n /n
- An understanding of, and a commitment to, the values of Catholic education. /n




- Excellent communication skills and organisational ability. /n
- Excellent attention to detail and time management skills. /n
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and a high proficiency of computer skills. /n
- Ability to work under pressure and work collaboratively with others to meet timelines /n
- High level of initiative and process thinking to ensure continuous improvement of processes. /n
- Ability to respond and adapt to changing priorities, whilst maintaining a positive solution focused outlook. /n
- Effective communication skills in order to speak with staff, students, parents, and visitors to the College /n
- A capacity for tact and discretion and an ability to maintain confidentiality /n /n

What we offer
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- Competitive salary range
- School Officer Level 3
- $34.19 to $35.64 (pending experience) /n
- Superannuation of 12.75% contribution /n
- Option for term-time staff to annualise salary /n
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable) /n
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance /n
- Access to Fitness Passport /n
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations /n
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities /n
- Modern facilities and resources /n /n Mandatory Requirements /n /n
- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position. /n
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a secure manner. /n
- Australian work rights /n /n

How to Apply
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- Complete the application below /n
- Applicants

📌 Administration Officer (Mackay)
🏢 Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton
📍 Mackay