Departmental Administration Officer - P&E - Moranbah

An exciting opportunity exists for a permanent full‑time Departmental Administration Officer – Planning and Environment to join our Planning and Environment team. This is a senior level administrative position that plays a critical role in providing high level administrative, governance, and organisational support to the Manager Planning and Environment and the broader department. You will oversee and coordinate complex administrative, financial, and reporting functions, support project delivery and community engagement activities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and customer focused service delivery.

To be successful in this position, you will:
 

• Demonstrate integrity, ethics, and alignment with Isaac Regional Council’s core values.
• Possess sound knowledge of planning and environmental services within a local government context.
• Have proven experience delivering high-level administrative, project, and governance support to technical teams.
• Be highly skilled in the use of computer systems and software for administrative and technical support.
• Show strong interpersonal and communication skills to build effective stakeholder relationships.
• Be able to organise workloads, multi-task, and meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate problem-solving ability and contribute to business improvement through process development.
• Have experience in senior office administration or supervisory roles.
• Hold a current C Class Open Australian Driver’s Licence and be able to pass pre-employment assessments.
• (Desirable) Bring vocational qualifications in Business Administration, Project Management, or Local Government, and prior experience in local government or administrative leadership roles.

If you are successful in this position, you will receive:
 

• Salary $90,205.62 - $97,373.54 per annum
• Nominally 72.5 hours per fortnight
• 5 weeks annual leave @ 17.5% loading
• RDO’s in accordance with Council Policy
• Up to 14.5% super in accordance with Council Policy
• Discounted Corporate Health Cover through multiple providers with competitive extras and coverage benefits
• Access to free sessions with Gryphon Psychology in accordance with our Employee Assistance Program
• Amazing opportunities to further your intended career path by way of succession planning, career development opportunities (e.g., upskilling through education, qualifications, etc.)
• Active Social Club, and much more!

For more details on this exciting position contact the Manager Planning and Environment during business hours: Michael St Clair (07) 4846 3234 or email [email protected]

BEFORE YOU APPLY - ensure to visit https://www.isaac.qld.gov.au/careers to review the position description on Isaac Regional Council’s website, as it may contain details relevant to the application questions.

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your application online, including the following:
 

• Cover Letter: A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. Describe how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role. Provide specific examples from your past experiences that demonstrate your suitability for the position.
• Resume: A resume capturing your employment history, qualifications, and details of two referees. The most appropriate referees are your present supervisor or your immediate past supervisor that is relevant to the role advertised.

Applications Close: Sunday 8 March 2026

IRC has the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

Isaac Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and disadvantaged job seekers are encouraged to apply.
Only people with the right to work in -Australia may apply for this position.