Officer Workshop Operations, 3months Fixed Term - Internal only

• A varied role as you will play an important part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the Workshop through accurate record keeping effective customer service and the timely processing of operational and financial information.
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $86,868, plus up to 15% superannuation
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO

 Officer Workshop Operations, 3months Fixed Term - Internal only 

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $86,868, plus up to 15% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. 

Gympie Regional Council has an exciting, fixed term opportunity for a current GRC employee for a period of 3 months.  GRC is seeking an Officer Workshop Operations to provide efficient and professional administrative support to the Workshop team. This role will play an important part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the Workshop through accurate record keeping effective customer service and the timely processing of operational and financial information.

Working closely with the Workshop Supervisor and team, you will be responsible for coordinating a range of administrative activities and ensuring information is accurately recorded and readily accessible.

Are you organised, customer-focused and looking for an opportunity to support a busy operational team?

Key responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Provide efficient and professional administrative support to the Workshop Supervisor and Workshop team.
• Process purchase orders, invoices and goods receipts using Council's financial systems.
• Maintain accurate filing systems and electronic records in accordance with Council policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
• Coordinate appointments, meetings and administrative schedules as required.
• Respond to internal and external customer enquiries in a professional, helpful and timely manner.
• Liaise with Council staff, suppliers, contractors and service providers in relation to Workshop activities.
• Assist with the timely flow of operational and financial information to support effective Workshop operations.
• Contribute to a positive, cooperative and professional team environment.

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised, reliable and able to manage competing priorities.
• Professional and approachable, with a strong commitment to customer service.
• Accurate and attentive to detail, particularly when processing financial and operational information.
• Confident communicating with a wide range of people, both within Council and externally.
• Experienced in administration, records management and financial processing, or able to demonstrate transferable skills.
• Comfortable using computer systems and learning new processes and technologies.
• Able to work independently while also contributing positively to a busy team environment.

Why join the Workshop team?

This is an opportunity to play a key administrative role supporting Council's Workshop operations and the people who keep Council's fleet, plant and equipment moving.

If you are a motivated administrator who enjoys working in a practical, team-focused environment and takes pride in providing accurate, timely and professional support, we would love to hear from you.

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Workshop, James Bulmer on 07 5481 0877 or email james.bulmer@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

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Applications close on Sunday 20th September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

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.