Administration Officer

Spinifex State College is seeking applications for an Administration Officer to join the team.

If you have an interest in working with our youth and helping students gain experience in the workforce and enrol in TAFE courses, this position might be for you.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now

This position is being offered in a Permanent Part-Time capacity (0.83FTE), 60 hours per fortnight.

About the School

Spinifex State College Mount Isa is the largest secondary school in the north west, providing quality education to students from Mount Isa and surrounding communities. Our vision is to develop clever, skilled, and creative graduates through diverse learning opportunities tailored to individual student needs. Staff, students, parents, and the community work closely to identify strengths and challenges, ensuring every student is supported and challenged to achieve their potential. At Spinifex, we value safety, respect, and responsibility, and we empower students to take ownership of their learning. Strong partnerships with parents, the community, and organisations such as Glencore and TAFE provide authentic learning opportunities. With ongoing support, engagement, and collaboration, we are committed to achieving the best outcomes for every student.

About the Role

The Administration Officer provides a highly valued service for students at the Senior Campus. Spinifex State College prides itself on delivering quality support for students on their chosen academic or vocational pathways. The successful applicant for the role of Administration Officer will have high level communication, organisation and interpersonal skills to achieve the following key actions.

Your Responsibilities

As the Administration Officer, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Work under the direction of the Head of Department - Senior Schooling.
• Assist with the case management of senior students.
• Assist with the coordination of students undertaking TAFE training.
• Coordinate Work Experience for senior students
• Facilitate the documentation relating to School Based Traineeships/ Apprenticeships and Work Experience Placements.
• Keep accurate records.
• General office duties
• Provide assistance with the careers program, including the coordination of guest speakers from industry and community groups.
• Provide timely information to school staff regarding VET/ Career Programs.
• Provide timely and effective communication to parents, school administration, employers and training and industry groups.
• Assist students to develop careers related skills.
• Liaise with group training, QLD Apprenticeship Centre, Employers and industry bodies to facilitate student training and employment opportunities.
• Provide progress reports as required.
• Support the RTO manager with maintaining VET Compliance activities
• Be familiar with relevant polies SBAT and USI
• Assist with the tracking of post-school student destinations

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted