Administration Assistant

About the role

Mercy Foods Rockhampton is currently accepting applications for an Administration Assistant to join the team on a permanent part time basis (25hrs per week).

Salary range: $32.02-$37.35 hour plus 12% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

The primary function of the role is to support the daily administrative operational requirements of the Mercy Food Services with a specific focus on operational efficiency. It will proactively perform administrative tasks related to service delivery, business support, systems administration, and any other tasks as directed by the Team Leader. Actively partner with stakeholders and colleagues to support service and operational objectives. Perform typical administrative duties which may include but is not limited to:

• General reception duties
• Filing and record maintenance
• Categorize invoices
• Data entry
• Coordinate management of incoming and outgoing mail
• Prepare and scan documentation
• Participate in the implementation of projects, undertaking training and education as necessary

About you

To be successful in your application you will have:

• Relevant qualifications or experience in Administration highly regarded.
• Intermediate level skills relating to the Microsoft package
• Experience or the ability to acquire skills using Health Information Systems and Food Management systems such as CBORD
• Display good attention to detail, with the ability to escalate problems and receive feedback to develop appropriate solutions
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a team environment using sound reasoning and strong listening skills
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills, including written and verbal
• Sound administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

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For more information regarding the role, please contact Kirsty McGaw, Team Leader, on kirsty.mcgaw@mater.org.au

Applications close on Thursday 4th September. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.