- Thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same
- Take ownership of tasks and contribute to process improvements
- Build strong relationships while supporting high-performing teams
Personnel Area: Corporate Services
Branch: Support Services
Salary Range: Band 3 $82,008 - $87,344 + Superannuation (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)
Work type: Temporary Full-time
Duration: Up to 12 months (Extension/s thereafter but not guaranteed).
Location: Various Locations
Our Business
Brisbane City Council is one of the largest local governments in Australia, dedicated to making Brisbane a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive city. We deliver a wide range of services and infrastructure that support the lifestyle and wellbeing of our residents, businesses, and visitors. Our workforce is passionate about shaping Brisbane’s future and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for our community.
Our Branch
Administration and Information Management is a dynamic and collaborative branch that supports Council’s divisions across multiple sites in Brisbane. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, customer-focused administrative support that enables teams to operate efficiently and effectively. Our culture is built on teamwork, adaptability, and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on professional development and service excellence.
The Role
We are looking for two Administration Officer's who thrive on variety and enjoy working in a fast-paced, changing environment. This role is ideal for someone who is adaptable, results-oriented, and takes ownership of their work. You’ll be part of a supportive group that values collaboration, initiative, and a strong customer service ethos.
As an Administration Officer, you will provide efficient and reliable administrative services, including reporting, procurement and general financial management tasks, while delivering high-quality customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. You’ll access and update Council’s business systems and play a key role in developing and maintaining effective administration systems and procedures. In this role, you’ll support team members and leaders with day-to-day operations and small projects, and respond flexibly to changing business needs, including working across various Council sites throughout Brisbane.
To be successful you will have:
- experience in providing high-quality administrative and business support services
- strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage confidential information
- willingness to learn and adapt to changing priorities
- strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders
- ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
- ability to quickly adapt to and learn corporate systems and software packages
Benefits of working for Council include:
- flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
- free gym and wellness centre
- award winning superannuation fund
- generous leave provisions
- competitive salary.
Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE
How to apply: Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.
*Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility.
This role may require a pre-employment medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role.
For more information: Please call Emily Pickford on 07 3178 2794.
People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.
Application Closing Date: Tuesday 18 November 2025 at 11:55pm AEST.
Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.
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