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Vacancy 26/36 - Administration & Finance Support Officer - Operations

Published on 21 July 2026

An opportunity exists to join Council’s Operations team as an Administration & Finance Support Officer, supporting the delivery of essential services that contribute to the day-to-day functioning of our community.

About the role
This position plays a key role in keeping operational activities running smoothly by providing accurate and reliable administrative support across areas such as customer service, purchase orders, financial reporting, purchase card processing, project documentation and customer request management. Working under the general direction of the Traffic Management and Administrative Support Officer, this position ensures information, processes and support services are coordinated efficiently across the Operations Department.

This role would suit a motivated, organised and detail-focused person who takes pride in delivering quality work and is committed to providing professional and helpful service to both internal and external customers.

Why work for us?

  • 9-day fortnight (72.5hr fortnight)
  • 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution.
  • 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
  • 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years’ service – pro rata available after 7 years
  • Salary Packaging available
  • Supportive and motivating team
  • Active Social Club
  • Fitness Passport Program
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Relaxed lifestyle, boating, fishing, sports facilities, private and public schooling options up to Grade 12, cultural venues and events and all of this situated in a thriving agricultural community only an hour away from Townsville or two hours from the magical Whitsundays.

All applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The applicable salary for this position is $78,327pa with the commencing salary dependent upon the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

Application packages are available from the People & Culture Office on (07) 4783 9800 or you can download the application package using the following link.

Applications for 26/36 – Administration & Finance Support Officer - Operations should include:

  • A cover letter
  • A current resume
  • Statements addressing the selection criteria
  • Copies of relevant qualifications and licences

Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods:

  • Email – [email protected]
  • Mail – Confidential Application No. 26/36, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications close on Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 11:59pm. Word or PDF format is preferable.

For further information please contact the Manager Operations – Wayne Saldumbide on (07) 4783 9800.

Council is committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance to participate in the application or selection process, please contact People and Culture on (07) 4783 9800 so arrangements can be made.

Salary

$78,327pa

Yearly based

Location

145 Young Street, Ayr

Job Overview
job State
QLD (Queensland)
Job Category
Finance
Job Posted:
1 week ago
Job Expire:
3h 30m
Job Type
Contractual
Total Vacancies
1

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145 Young Street, Ayr