Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

Government Department | Temporary Contract | Excellent Hourly Rate
Start ASAP | Meaningful Work in a High-Impact Role

About the Role

Are you an experienced Executive Assistant who thrives in fast-paced, high-level environments? We are currently seeking a professional and reliable Executive Assistant to provide exceptional administrative support to our CEO. This is a pivotal role for a proactive and highly organised individual who enjoys working behind the scenes to support senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative support to the CEO, including calendar management, correspondence, and travel arrangements
• Coordinate agendas, prepare and distribute meeting papers, and take accurate minutes
• Manage and track key deadlines, ensuring the CEO is informed and prepared
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Assist with internal and external communications on behalf of the CEO, and governance requirements (including Workplace Health and Safety).

About You

• Can interview this week and start next week
• Demonstrated experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting a CEO, Director, or senior executive
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively in high-pressure environments
• A calm and composed approach in high-stress scenarios, with a strong sense of initiative
• Prior experience working in large corporate or government settings
• Relevant qualifications in Local Government, Business, or equivalent experience and training required
• Police Check will be required as well as drug and alcohol testing

About Precruitment

With offices in Cairns and Townsville, Precruitment is Regional Queensland’s leading recruitment consultancy. We specialise in temporary and permanent placements across the professional and administrative sectors, working closely with local businesses, councils, Government departments, and Government-Owned Corporations.

We live and work in the regions we serve—so when we say you can have both lifestyle and career, we mean it.

How to Apply

Submit your application in Word format by clicking the Apply button below. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Daria on (07) 4034 5000 or email her on