A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC!
The opportunity
We’re seeking two Administration Officer’s to join our team on a contract basis, being the first point of contact to our customers and internal stakeholders across the broader functions of Corporate Performance & Improvement, ICT, and People & Culture.
Which role is right for you?
Administration Officer – People, Process & Technology (PPT)
- Ideally commencing from December 2026
- Hourly Rate: $39.77 to $46.70
- You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace
Reporting directly to our PPT Section Manager, you will play a key role in triaging internal stakeholder requests across our broader team functions of ICT, Corporate Performance and Improvement and People & Culture.
No two days will be the same, ranging from diary management, meeting coordination, project support, preparation of key documents, record management and recruitment process support through triaging candidate enquiries or scheduling interviews.
Your role is vital in enabling the team to provide a high level of customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. You will also be responsible for managing the Section Managers calendar and monitoring of inboxes for each of the broader units across the team.
If you have a people centric approach and a knack for all things organisation and time management, we think you’ll really thrive in this opportunity!
Although we’re not seeking someone with a background in people or systems, we are seeking a self-starter who has a genuine passion for the administration field.
Review the Position Description here.
Administration Officer – Corporate Performance & Improvement (CPI)
- Ideally commencing from November 2026
- Hourly Rate: $39.77 to $46.70
- You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace
Our Corporate Performance and Improvement team support our broader organisation across a variety of Corporate Planning, Continuous Improvement projects and Workplace Change initiatives.
The team are currently seeking an effective, self-starter administrator to join their team on a temporary basis, effectively running and coordinating their day-to-day administrative duties and support.
Reporting to the Corporate Performance and Improvement Manager, your role will range from diary management, meeting coordination, project support and preparation of key documents.
Review the Position Description here.
Ideally one role will be 35 hours per week and the other part-time 35 hours over two week, however we have some flexibility for the right candidate and therefore not limiting which role is which at the moment as the skills can be transferred across both roles.
We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here’s what we’re looking for:
- A Diploma in a relevant field and extensive proven experience in a similar role
- Well-developed Microsoft Office Suite skills at an advanced level
- Demonstrated ability to prepare well-structured, clear and accurate correspondence
- Effective organisation skills
- High attention to detail with the ability to prioritise
This is life at PSC!
- Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu
- Long service leave when you’ve been with us for just over 5 years
- Health & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need it
- Industry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees – regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child.
- PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlements
- Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program
- Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance
- Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre
- Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café
- And lots more…
Enough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us about…
- Why does a temporary opportunity suit you and your career goals?
- What opportunity are you interested in?
- What is your ideal work span/hours?
Ready to Apply? Here’s what you need to know
- Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 13 September 2026
- Contact: Faye Johnstone, Corporate Performance & Improvement Manager on (02) 4988 0363 or Brooke Tisdell, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on (02) 4988 0589
- For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for ‘How to Apply’
- To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values
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