Trainee Administration Officer
Full Time, Maximum Term (2 Years)
Banana Shire is situated in Central Queensland, Australia located 120 km west of the growing industrial city and port of Gladstone - and an easy drive to the city of Rockhampton. Our population is approximately 15,000 people spread over 28,577 square kilometres. Major industries in the area include Coal Mining, Power Generation, Beef Production, dryland cropping and irrigation such as lucerne and cotton.
Council is seeking a motivated and ‘Eager to Learn’ individual to undertake a two-year traineeship with Council to obtain a Certificate III in Business Administration.
Working within the Council Services Team, you will provide administrative support in accordance with Council Policies, and legislative requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Arrange, set agendas for, take minutes, create action lists and collate packages for relevant meetings
* Maintenance of specific records and reporting for the section
* Draft routine correspondence including memos, letter, agendas and minutes
* Input data and produce reports from a range of specialised software applications
* Photocopy and file documents
* Processing of certificates, orders and training notices
* Prepare and process financial transactions and related correspondence
* Assist with the development of education, marketing and promotional material
* Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties, including providing and obtaining information
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Sound level of keyboard and computer skills including working knowledge of the MS office suite of programs
* Developed oral and written communication skills and customer service skills
* Ability to work effectively within a team environment, adhere to work priorities and deadlines
* Sound understanding of a commitment to EEO and WHS practices and principles
This is a full-time position based at our Biloela Council Administration Building. Ordinary working hours are 72.5 hours per fortnight, with an RDO each fortnight.
Essential for the role
* Willingness to undertake and complete Certificate III in Business Administration
* Sound level of oral and written communication skills
* A strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality
* Ability to work effectively within a team
How to apply:
https://www.banana.qld.gov.au/Online-Services/Find/Jobs-with-Council
Closing Date: 7 May 2026
Pay: $41,170.83 – $57,153.85 per year
Work Location: In person