About the role

Mater is seeking an experienced Senior Administration Officer to join Catherine’s House at Mater Hospital Brisbane on a maximum-term contract (3 months) working 30.2 hours per week. The role is worked Monday to Friday during daytime hours only, with no night or weekend shifts, offering excellent work–life balance.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class perinatal and infant mental health service, supporting mothers, babies and families through an integrated inpatient, outpatient and community model of care. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day administrative operations of this highly specialised and compassionate service.

Salary range: $39.79 - $44.25 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting, planning and coordinating effective administration systems across Catherine’s House
• Providing professional, compassionate customer service to patients, families and multidisciplinary teams
• Managing patient information with accuracy, discretion and confidentiality
• Working collaboratively within a small administration team, including providing leave cover as required
• Operating across a Monday to Friday roster between 6:00am and 6:00pm
• Using patient administration systems, Microsoft Office and data entry tools to support clinical and operational needs
• Contributing to a safe, high-quality and welcoming environment aligned with Mater’s Mission and Values

About you

• Demonstrated experience in an administrative support role, ideally within a healthcare or patient-facing setting
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong administration and organisational skills in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Confidence working independently while also contributing positively to a small, close-knit team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and patient information systems
• Flexibility, adaptability and a willingness to support service needs as they evolve

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. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close on Thursday 12th March 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants 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.

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