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About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training (VET) provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. Our award-winning training is delivered on campus, online, and in the workplace to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies. 

By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce that is closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.

Your Opportunity

As the Human Resources Officer you will contribute to effective and efficient organisational processes, activities and mechanisms and undertake assigned tasks and complete activities in an organised and efficient manner achieving high levels of customer service with internal and/or external customers, stakeholders and suppliers.

This position reports to the Human Resources Manager.

This is a Temporary, Full-Time opportunity, to 18/12/2026 unless otherwise determined.

The position will be based primarily at Mooloolaba however you may be required to perform work at other TAFE Queensland campuses.  

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the success of transformation and cultural change through promoting and modelling the established values of Safety First, Working Together, Showing Initiative, Focussing on our Customer and Taking Responsibility. 
• Assist the Human Resources team to ensure efficient and professional operations of regional HR activity and communication.
• Plan and coordinate own tasks and activity based on established priorities and reprioritising as necessary should situations change.
• Engage with and work with others in achieving results and the provision of excellent customer service. 
• Provide accurate and efficient services utilising various software packages including word processing, spread sheeting and data input. 
• Perform general administrative duties including records maintenance, completion of forms (such as processing orders and claims for payment), reporting, registering and distributing mail and correspondence according to established procedures.
• Provide support to staff in administrative systems, practice and procedures.
• Undertake research and development on matters relating to human resource business functions.
• Ensure day to day activities align with business operations.
• Contribute to improvement in business processes and practices by encouraging an environment where professional and high-quality work is achieved and is supported by the development and adherence to quality systems.

How you will be assessed

Within the context of the role description above, the ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:

1. Demonstrate ability in undertaking duties of an administrative nature including working within guidelines to provide a high-quality service to customers, stakeholders, other staff and suppliers.
2. Demonstrate strong ability in the utilisation of computerised management information systems or packages and current office equipment.
3. Demonstrate ability to prioritise and complete tasks and activities to achieve successful outcomes within strict deadlines.
4. Possess well-developed interpersonal and communication skills including written communication and client liaison skills.
5. Display the initiative, positive attitude and ability to thrive within a dynamic, challenging and changing environment.

Mandatory Qualifications/Requirements

• There are no mandatory requirements for this role.

Highly Desirable Requirements

• Prior Administration / Human Resources Administration, or similar experience would advantageous. 
• Certificate III / IV or Diploma in Business, Administration or similar or willingness to obtain qualifications is highly regarded.

How to apply

If you’re interested in this role, click the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal.  When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:

• A detailed resume including the contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor); and
• A cover letter that outlines your known skills, abilities, knowledge and experience in response to the “How you will be assessed” criteria above (maximum of 2 pages in total). 

Closing date: 4:00PM, Wednesday 29 April 2026.

Job Reference Number: TQ2026-316

For further information, please contact:

Recruitment.EastCoast@tafeqld.edu.au

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

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