Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Administration Support Officer

Location: Western Sydney

Talent Pool

$80,502 – $88,860 salary package - includes base salary ($70,926 - $78,289), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. 

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work, and inspire our performance.   

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools, ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a 35-hour working week with a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

We are building a talent pool for experienced and motivated Administration Support Officers to support our directors and team of senior managers across Western Sydney. These potential upcoming opportunities may be temporary or permanent, depending on business needs.

In this role, you will provide high-quality administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth running of daily activities. You will manage calendars and coordinate meetings using Microsoft Outlook, arrange travel bookings, and use Microsoft Teams to support communication and collaboration. You will also undertake a range of transactional and administrative tasks, while maintaining accurate records and preparing routine documentation.

This role requires strong attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of customer service. You will play a key role in supporting team operations and ensuring a positive experience for both internal and external stakeholders.

We are seeking candidates interested in working across the following Western Sydney locations:

• Campbelltown
• Katoomba
• Liverpool
• Macquarie Fields
• Miller
• Nepean – Kingswood
• Penrith
• Richmond
• Wentworth Falls
• Wetherill Park

About you 

You are a highly organised and proactive administration professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You bring demonstrated experience providing administrative and operational support and are confident managing multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

You have strong communication skills and are comfortable responding to enquiries, preparing correspondence, and engaging with a range of stakeholders. You are proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Teams, and are confident using systems to manage information and records.

You take pride in being professional, reliable, and customer-focused, and you approach your work with a collaborative mindset. You are adaptable, able to prioritise effectively, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes that support team objectives.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks. If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

To apply for this role, click 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume

• A response to the below targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)

Targeted Question: Outline your experience supporting a senior manager and/or Director. How have you managed calendars, travel bookings, and meeting coordination using tools such as Microsoft Outlook or Teams?

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close: Thursday 4 June at 11:55pm

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: 
contact Talent Acquisition Advisor, Sarah Aitchison via email sarah.aitchison4@tafensw.edu.au or call 0435 078 206.

Role-specific enquiries:
Contact Director Campus Services David Fairhall via email david.fairhall1@tafensw.edu.au

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.