About this Opportunity
- Continuing, Full-Time
- Facilities Management Directorate
- CQUniversity Rockhampton
- Higher Education Worker Level 5
- Total Remuneration $95,618 to $107,560 pa (including salary of $80,799 to $90,890 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.
Working at CQUniversity
The Facilities Management Directorate at CQUniversity delivers professional, efficient and sustainable infrastructure services across all campuses, including capital projects, asset maintenance, space planning and facilities support.
As Project Administration Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of the University’s Capital Budget Projects. You will provide high-level administrative support, including finance tracking, procurement, contract administration and executive coordination. Detail-oriented and proactive, you will bring strong written communication skills, confidence working across multiple systems, and the ability to manage reporting, documentation and processes in line with university procedures and deadlines.
At CQUniversity, you will be part of a supportive, high-performing team that delivers infrastructure shaping the future of learning. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our campuses and student experience while building your expertise in project and executive administration.
Be Rewarded
- 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
- 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
- 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
- 7.25 hours engaged service leave
- Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
- Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport
Position Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in providing high-level administrative support in a project or executive setting.
- Ability to quickly learn and apply current procedures, systems and organisational policies.
- Strong digital skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, databases and large corporate systems.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a professional, respectful approach to internal and external stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities, use initiative and deliver accurate work within deadlines.
Position Description
For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.
Apply today for a career that changes lives
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 15 October 2025
Job Requisition ID: 6575
Contact Details:
William Glasby
(07) 4930 9544
w.glasby@cqu.edu.au
When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.
Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.
CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.
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📌 Project Administration Officer
🏢 Cquniversity
📍 Rockhampton