Mackay Regional Council offers you excellent career development opportunities, fantastic benefits and a commitment to work/life balance.
The Mackay Region
Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,621 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands.
The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with good quality education and health facilities.
We are a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government, with responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employing over 1000 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy.
About the role:
The Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre is the largest regional Entertainment & Convention Centre between Cairns and Brisbane. We are currently searching for a Box Office & Administration Assistant to join the proactive and enthusiastic team.About this opportunity:Assist with the administrative procedures and day to day operations of the Box Office and Administrative function of Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre.Key responsibilities include assisting with the accurate set up of ticketing software including show/event set ups, management reporting, subscription sales, electronic database management and internet ticketing. This position is responsible for accurately balancing tills and floats for Box Office, MECC catering outlets and bars and ensure that daily banking is conducted in a true and accurate manner.Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:• Experience in a customer focused role and a demonstrated commitment to the provision of quality services.• Experience in an administrative support environment with a strong emphasis on quality customer service.• Proven ability to competently and accurately handle money and follow banking procedures.• QLD “C” Class Drivers Licence or interstate equivalent.• This role involves working closely with a multi-skilled high performing team, is high paced, and demands highly development organisational and administrative skills. You must have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.•Blue Card - It is an essential requirement for this position to hold a Working with Children Blue Card. Under Queensland legislation, you must hold the Blue Card prior to commencing employment – No Card, No Start policy. If you currently do not hold a Blue Card, we recommend you commence the application process when you apply for the position. For more information please refer to the following website: https://www.qld.gov.au/law/laws-regulated-industries-and-accountability/queensland-laws-and-regulations/regulated-industries-and-licensing/blue-card/applications/applyWhy work for Mackay Regional Council?Mackay Regional Council is committed to providing a positive work/life balance, giving you ample opportunity to explore endless beautiful beaches, scenic drives past the sugar-cane fields to Eungella National Park and beautiful forests, parks, gorges and secret swimming holes in the Mackay Region.In return for your valued contribution you will receive:• Annual base salary from $61,104• Any 5 out of 7 roster• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts• Study and assistance programs for career development• Learning and development opportunities• Employee Assistance Program• Employee health and wellbeing initiativesAre you ready to catapult your career?For us to assess if you’re the one we are searching for, it is mandatory that you submit your resume, a cover letter and a brief statement addressing the Selection Criteria. The selection criteria can be found on the Position Description, available to be downloaded from the vacancy on Council’s website.Applications Close: 5 August 2021
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.
