Operations Support Officer

Synopsis:

Our Region

Gladstone offers dynamic career opportunities across diverse industries, catering to a range of skills and ambitions. Whether you're advancing your career or seeking work-life balance, Gladstone's industrial strength, innovative energy projects, and bustling service sectors make it a fantastic place to work and live.

You’ll be glad you made it!

Our Council

Discover a fulfilling career at Gladstone Regional Council, where your dedication to community service merges with our commitment to improving residents’ lives. Every role contributes to the livelihood of those who call Gladstone home.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the entire community we serve. At Gladstone Regional Council, we embrace diversity in our collective pursuit of inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, or background, can thrive. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture.

View our Access and Inclusion Action Plan and Reconciliation Action Plan

Our Culture & Our Benefits

Join our supportive and collaborative culture where your well-being comes first. We’re committed to nurturing your holistic wellness through health programs and events, our culture journey and flexible working options.

We partner with our people to understand their needs and provide the tools that develop skills, knowledge and healthy culture. Our people are valued for the part they play in delivering for the Gladstone Region. We are proud of who we are and what we do. We are #ProudlyGRC!

Find out more here Better Balance, Better Benefits with GRC

Operations Support Officer

Council is seeking to appoint a maximum term full time Operations Support Officer to contribute to Council’s success. This position is a maximum term opportunity for secondment coverage with a projected end date of June 2025.

• Genuine work/life balance, including 9-day fortnight
• Supportive team culture
• Located in Gladstone
  
  

About The Role

The purpose of this position is to provide efficient administrative support and guidance to contribute to service delivery objectives of the Operations Business Units.

You will bring:

• Business Administration Certificate III and/or relevant demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Problem solving and interactive skills to effectively address and resolve enquiries prior to escalating to Team Leader/Manager.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) to engage with a broad customer base.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Proficient keyboard skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems.
• Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.
  
  

Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks

To be eligible for this position, the candidate must have applicable working rights.

Depending on the role requirements, you may need to complete various checks and assessments as part of the recruitment process. This could include reference checks, pre-employment medicals (including drug and alcohol testing), vaccinations, visa checks, licence verifications and psychometric testing.

For questions related to the role or recruitment process, please call Council on (07) 4970 0700 or email the Talent Acquisition Team at employment@gladstone.qld.gov.au.

Closing Date

12 noon Thursday 9 January 2025.