About the Region
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.
For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
Role Overview
Gympie Regional Council is looking for an exceptional customer service professional to join the casual team at the gallery. The Gallery Assistant is responsible for welcoming visitors to the Gallery, processing Gallery shop transactions, providing quality customer service, exhibition installation, and supporting other gallery staff with general administration duties and event delivery.
Remuneration & Benefits
* Hourly rate of $40.87, plus 25% casual loading
* Up to 14% superannuation
* Health & wellness programmes
* Salary sacrifice options
* Salary packaging arrangements
* Access to employee health and well-being programmes
* Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
* Long service leave after seven years
* Generous superannuation scheme of up to 14 per cent
* Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
* Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families
Application Closing Date
Sunday 12th April AEST
Key Responsibilities and Qualifications
* Demonstrated experience in customer service and information delivery.
* Demonstrated experience in office administration and cash handling experience.
* Demonstrated experience in a cultural environment, e.g. gallery, museum, or other cultural venue.
* Demonstrated ability in communicating with a wide range of audiences.
* Current Working with children (Blue Card) or ability to acquire.
* Provision of customer service to Gallery visitors, workshop participants and hire groups to ensure positive interactions with a diverse range of clients with varying needs, whilst following established procedures and guidelines.
* Undertake accurate and timely receipting of Gallery shop transaction and daily banking reconciliation in accordance with policies and procedures.
* Provide general administrative services tasks to support gallery operations and other staff.
* Provide general event support, including catered functions, bar service, adult and youth art programs, and community engagement events and festivals.
* Assist with installation of Gallery exhibitions, including use of power tools, climbing ladders, use of elevated work platform, lifting objects and artwork handling.
* Perform other tasks as directed within the level of responsibility.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Senior Officer Gympie Regional Gallery, Kate Teed on 07 5481 07 73 or email
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email
What We Offer
* Access to employee health and well-being programmes
* Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
* Long service leave after seven years
* Generous superannuation scheme of up to 14 per cent
* Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
* Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
Our Values
* Accountability
* Communication
* Customer Service Focused
* Integrity
* Teamwork and Collaboration
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
How to Apply
* Download and review the position description above.
* Complete the information below as requested using your personal email.
* Click 'APPLY'.
* Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
* Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'.
It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.
Equal Opportunity
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
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