Development Booking Officer

Looking for a highly organised administrator to coordinate travel, accommodation, and training bookings.

Your new company

This regional authority serves a vibrant community in Queensland, delivering essential services, infrastructure, and local governance. It oversees urban development, environmental sustainability, and community programs, ensuring the region thrives economically and socially. With a strong focus on innovation and liveability, it supports local businesses, tourism, and recreational spaces, making the area a great place to live and work.

Your new role

  • Coordinate travel and accommodation bookings for training, seminars, conferences, and development activities
  • Process learning and development applications and ensure bookings comply with Council policies and budgets
  • Liaise with employees, training providers, and accommodation providers to coordinate bookings and logistics
  • Maintain accurate booking records, costs, and supporting documentation
  • Process and monitor employee travel reimbursements and related expenses
  • Provide guidance and support to staff on travel procedures and booking requirements
  • Monitor booking trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
  • Assist with coordinating training logistics across multiple teams and departments

What you'll need to succeed

  • Previous experience in booking coordination, travel administration, or a similar support role
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple bookings and competing priorities
  • High attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping and documentation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused approach
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing tasks independently
  • Experience in customer service, training coordination, or bookings administration highly regarded

What you'll get in return

This is a great opportunity to join a busy and supportive team. You'll be responsible for arranging travel, accommodation, and training bookings while working closely with employees, training providers, and external stakeholders to ensure a seamless experience. Offering a Monday to Friday roster and a varied workload, this position is ideal for a highly organised administrator who enjoys coordinating multiple tasks, building relationships, and delivering excellent customer service in a professional environment. This role is a 3-month contract with the potential to extend.

What you need to do now

If you’re interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the “apply now” button. Please ensure you are submitting an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please contact Tanaya Tolson on 07 4960 1126.

If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.


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Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
QLD - Mackay & Bowen Basin
Specialism
Office Support
Ref:
3007573

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Tanaya Tolson, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Mackay
Level 3, 45 Victoria St

Telephone: 0749601126