Workplace Administrator

SMEC is seeking a Workplace Administrator for a 12-month parental leave cover role based in their Gold Coast office. The position requires an enthusiastic individual with strong organizational and communication skills, and offers on-the-job training. Responsibilities include maintaining shared areas, coordinating IT for meeting rooms, assisting with employee engagement, and handling administrative tasks. Basic MS Office skills and the ability to work in a team are preferred.
• Join our Innovative and Collaborative Operations Team
• 12-month Fixed Term Parental Leave Cover role
• Based in our Gold Coast Office

About SMEC

SMEC delivers smart solutions for clients and communities in Infrastructure, Urban Development and Energy & Resources driven by a desire to improve the world in which we live. Our diverse and skilled teams are engaged in major projects across Transport, Water, Energy and Renewables sectors.

The Role

We’re seeking to engage an enthusiastic, detail orientated individual who is keen to kick start their career in Operations. This is a 12-month fixed term parental leave cover role, where no prior experience in Administration is required, as on the job training and development will be provided. You’ll succeed in this role if you are customer-centric; willing to learn; high attention to detail with excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Ensure that shared areas and services are accessible, operational and maintained with a high level of service;
• Coordinate with local IT to ensure meeting rooms operate effectively, addressing any issues promptly whether onsite or remotely;
• Assist in employee engagement activities and cultivate an inclusive workplace culture;
• Communicate professionally and appropriately to internal and external clients, team members and stakeholders;
• Book meeting rooms or event spaces;
• Organise catering and refreshments;
• Organise training/workshop materials for the event organiser;
• Assist with travel requirements for event organiser and employees travelling to the event;
• Meeting, greeting and introducing clients;
• Organise meeting rooms, refreshments and catering;
• Maintain open lines of communication and respect confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and care;
• Complete tasks promptly and efficiently to meet deadlines and pay careful attention to details in all administrative tasks;

About You

Suitable applicants will be/have:
• TAFE qualifications or equivalent, with course work in business curriculum, highly regarded
• Basic to Intermediate MS Office skills;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Clear and persuasive writing skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively within a culturally diverse and multi-disciplinary environment;
• Excellent time management skills to work effectively and efficiently towards deadlines.

Link to benefits: http://www.smec.com/en_au/careers/your-career-with-SMEC

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Ami Jordan: Ami.jordan@smec.com

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at www.smec.com/careers

All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resume directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.