Administration Assistant

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• School of Engineering and Technology
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 4
• Total Remuneration $85,571 to $90,384 pa (including salary of $72,309 to $76,376 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

We are seeking an enthusiastic Administration Assistant to join our dynamic team in the College of Information and Communications Technology (CoICT), where you’ll play a key role in supporting both staff and students.

This position will work across both Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Higher Education (HE) in the School of Engineering and Technology, providing broad administrative support to ensure the effective delivery of teaching and learning activities.

This role offers variety – from managing emails and organising meetings to maintaining records, assisting with events, coordinating casual appointments, and preparing documentation. You'll be part of a collaborative team committed to providing excellent service and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

To thrive in this role, you'll need strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build effective working relationships while maintaining confidentiality. If you're proactive and ready to contribute to the success of our College, we’d love to hear from you!

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

• Proficient in the operation of computers.
• Proven time management and problem-solving skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-based work environment.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to organise work, meet deadlines and resolve problems with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge, or ability to quickly acquire knowledge of University policies, procedures, programs and requirements.

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, 2 July 2025

  
Job Requisition ID: 6120

Contact Details: 

Kristen Purdie

k.purdie@cqu.edu.au

(07) 4726 5333

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. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

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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