About Us

For over 60 years, Cancer Council Queensland’s pioneering work has helped save thousands of lives and has improved the quality of life for people living with cancer. Our mission is to lead Queenslanders in a partnership against cancer.

Cancer Council Queensland raises funds that are dedicated to improving the quality of life for people living with cancer through research to support prevention and early detection.

We are dynamic, outcome-focused, responsive to community needs, and committed to voluntarism and the pursuit of excellence.
Cancer Council Queensland employees and volunteers lead Queenslanders in a partnership against cancer by employing high-performing employees who live our values of being responsible, inclusive, equitable, and collaborative.

Working at Cancer Council Queensland

Our greatest asset is our diverse team of talented, savvy people. Our awesome employees and volunteers tell us that Cancer Council Queensland is a meaningful, rewarding and fun place to work.

We provide a positive and supportive working environment where you will be a valued team member, and we love to recognise and reward our team of superstars with employee benefits such as extra paid days off.

About the role

As the Site Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations of all activities and events including, Accommodation and Transport services operating from the Rockhampton Lodge. This includes ensuring the accommodation facility is a comfortable, clean and safe environment for all clients, visitors, volunteers and employees.
This role is a Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hrs per week).

About you

Qualification/s and Experience

• Certificate III in Business (Administration) or equivalent.
• Experience in a supervisory role in a lodge, motel or hotel environment with the ability to multitask and experience in handling confidential information.
• Experience or desire to lead client activities within the site.
• Advanced knowledge of administration and office procedures including basic accounting principles as well as reservation management.
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Software platforms and room management/booking systems.
• Demonstrated experience in activities coordination in hotel, hostel or care facilities
• Relevant experience in volunteer management in the health or community sector.

Technical Skills and Abilities

• High level communication skills, including the ability to engage clients from diverse backgrounds in a range of cancer-related issues and concerns.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, families and volunteers.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and to multi-task with a high level of time management and organisational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to promote and work in a safe manner and adhere to CCQ’s Safety Management System requirements.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements (Flexible Work Hours and Work from Home options)
• ATO-Approved Salary Packaging up to the value of $18,549 per Fringe Benefit Tax year
• Recognition and Rewards Program
• Two paid Wellbeing days for 2024
• One paid ‘Thank you’ day at the end of the year
• Professional Development Allowance
• Corporate social events (such as bring your dog to work day)
• Team events, employee connectivity and Healthy Workplace Activities
• Cancer Council Retail shop discount

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How to apply

Applications, including a current resume and cover letter, are required and should be addressed to: People and Culture Team, Cancer Council Queensland.

For your application to be considered, it is recommended that the following documentation is attached with your application:

• Cover letter – Your cover letter should clearly indicate the position you are applying for and give a brief summary of your motivations for applying and your relevant skills and experience.
• Current Resume – Your resume should include your contact details, work experience, educational background and professional development.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Cancer Council Queensland reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

In line with our value of being inclusive, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

The successful applicant will be required to conduct a current National Police Certificate.

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