_{19th August, 2026}

Seminary Secretary
Location: Banyo, QLD
Employment: Permanent Part-Time - 21 hours per week on-site (Monday Tuesday, Wednesday, or Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 am - 3:30 pm)

Make a Difference in Your Community
The Holy Spirit Seminary is seeking two highly organised and professional Seminary Secretary to provide administrative and operational support to assist in the smooth and effective functioning of the Seminary. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced administrator who values accuracy, professionalism, and relationship building, and who enjoys working in a purpose driven environment supporting the formation of future Catholic priests.

About the Archdiocese of Brisbane
The Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane makes a positive impact on the lives of hundreds of thousands of Queenslanders every week through its network of parishes, schools, ministries, and community services. The Archdiocese is committed to fostering vibrant faith communities and supporting people at all stages of life. Through service, compassion, and stewardship, we seek to make a meaningful contribution to the wider community.

About the Role
Two permanent part-time positions are available for this role, each offering 21 hours per week, with the following work patterns: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, or Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Working closely with the Rector, you will provide comprehensive administrative support across a broad range of Seminary activities. The role is varied and hands on, requiring initiative, discretion, and a collaborative approach.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Rector in the smooth running of Seminary activities.
• Coordinating communications, records, events, and administrative processes.
• Building positive relationships with seminarians, clergy, staff, volunteers, and visitors.
• Overseeing facilities, maintenance, and contractor coordination.
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, WHS, and other organisational requirements.
• Collaborating with Archdiocesan teams and external service providers.
• Helping create a welcoming, organised, and professional environment for all who visit and work within the Seminary.

 
About You
You'll be someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a varied role, and takes pride in keeping things organised and running smoothly. You'll bring a positive, can do attitude, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to manage multiple priorities while building strong relationships with a wide range of people.
To succeed in this role you'll have:

• Experience in administration, office coordination, or office management.
• Effective organisational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Well developed computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to work independently, show initiative, and solve problems as they arise.
• A professional, discreet, and confidential approach when handling sensitive information.
• A collaborative, service focused approach.
• Experience coordinating facilities, contractors, or operational activities will be highly regarded.
• Have a current Paid Blue Card and National Criminal History Check (or have the ability to obtain)

 
You'll particularly enjoy this role if you value meaningful work, enjoy supporting others, and take satisfaction in creating a welcoming, professional, and well organised environment.

Experience within the Catholic Church, education, not-for-profit, or other values based organisations will be highly regarded, although we welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and experience from a range of sectors.

What We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming work environment
• Meaningful work contributing to the formation of future Church leaders
• A varied and engaging role
• Convenient Brisbane location
• Part-time employment with regular hours

 
Applications should be submitted via SEEK.
 
We will also process applications received through our official channels (intranet, website, or LinkedIn).
 
For any enquiries regarding the role, please email Brent Hunter hunterb@bne.catholic.net.au
 
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks, criminal history checks, and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 - 18 years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a 0 tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults
 
Accessibility and Inclusivity
The Archdiocese of Brisbane is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment where all job candidates can fully engage in the recruitment process. We acknowledge and actively support the inclusion, respect, and equitable treatment of, including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and people from culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments or information in an alternative format during the recruitment process, please contact us to discuss how we can support your participation. We respect your privacy and confidentiality. Information is shared with other staff only as reasonably necessary to arrange workplace accessibility adjustments.

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