The Catholic Diocese of Cairns is a diverse and dynamic faith community in Far North Queensland, Australia. Spanning a vast region from Cardwell in the south to the Torres Strait in the north and west to the Northern Territory border, the Diocese serves 23 parishes to a multicultural population. It provides a range of services, including outreach and mission, chancery and governance, property management, finance, administration, and other central agencies, supporting the spiritual and operational needs within the region.
What We Offer
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading (Full-time & Part-time employees)
- 12.75% Employer Superannuation Contributions
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
- 14 Weeks paid parental leave for primary carer (Full-time & Part-time employees)
- Professional development
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
About the Role
- Permanent full-time position 38 hours per week
- Position based in Cairns
- Total Employment Package ranging from $89,420 - $91,715 dependent on skills and qualifications (Includes leave loading and super guarantee)
We are seeking a proficient and skilled Property and Support Administration Officer to join our Project and Property Services team! Diocesan Project and Property Services (DPPS) is a department of the Dioceses of Cairns which oversees the acquisition, development, maintenance and disposal of all Diocesan property assets.
This position will provide project and administrative support to enable capital works and maintenance for a wide range of Diocesan stakeholders including Parishes, Education, Early Learning and Care and Community Services agencies.
If you are proactive, people focused, have an eye for detail and are ready to contribute to the Diocesan Project and Property Services team, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain Project and Property Payment Authority Registers, including setup and archiving.
- Process Property Payment Authorities, verify invoices, and liaise with Facilities Maintenance Coordinator.
- Support and, when required, lead coordination of maintenance works.
- Monitor contractor performance and compliance.
- Manage scheduled services (cleaning, fire protection, security systems, CCTV, PV systems).
- Oversee CCTV and building access control for Cathedral Precinct, including access updates and footage retrieval.
- Communicate maintenance and capital works impacts to staff.
- Develop and maintain Diocesan Property Register and compliance documentation.
- Manage project/property files and archiving.
- Provide administrative support to Director and assist with projects as required.
Full Position Description can be accessed from here: Position Description-PropertyandSupportAdministrationOfficer-20251120.v1 or via our Careers Portal https://cairns.catholic.org.au/about/careers
For further information about the position please contact our Director, Diocesan Project and Property Services via email on Shane.Watson@cairns.catholic.org.au
About You
Key Requirements:
- Proven project or property administrator experience in construction services or a property management organisation.
- Strong understanding of building services, contract administration, and regulatory compliance (including WHS and environmental standards).
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft 365 applications including Teams, SharePoint, Excel, Word and Outlook with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to navigate and use Microsoft Teams to review and process departmental accounts.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- A valid Positive Notice Blue Card and suitable Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
- Current open unrestricted Driver’s Licence and ability to drive.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated and innovated individual with the right skills and experience, go to ‘Apply’ and submit the following documents:
- A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your suitability for the role, including how you meet the selection criteria.
- A current resume including references and relevant qualifications.
Please note: Applications that do not include both a cover letter and a resume may not be considered.
Applications close: Midnight, Sunday 30 November 2025 and we will only be accepting applications via SEEK or the Diocesan Careers Portal https://cairns.catholic.org.au/about/careers
