Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Company: Construction Sciences Location: Wingfield Work Type: Full-time, Onsite

About Us: Construction Sciences stands as Australia’s premier organisation for construction materials testing, providing support to significant infrastructure and development projects throughout Australia and New Zealand. With a workforce exceeding 900 individuals across 50 sites, we deliver construction materials testing, environmental consulting, and specialised testing services for projects such as roads, bridges, dams, airports, mines, and rail networks. As a member of the Kiwa Group, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification operating in over 35 countries, we blend local knowledge with international support.

About the Role: We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team at the Adelaide Laboratory. This permanent, full-time role operates Monday to Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. You will be working within a blue-collar construction environment alongside a team of 30 staff members. The position is based in our office.

Duties:

• Fleet management, including fuel cards, servicing, and repairs.
• Data entry.
• Utilisation of Microsoft Products, specifically Word, Excel, and Email.
• Accounts payable tasks, including processing staff expense claims, purchase orders, and uploading invoices.
• Managing mail, stationery, milk, and birthday cakes.
• Answering telephones and greeting clients.
• Working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Using Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Processing and maintaining laboratory documentation.
• Processing documentation to support our clients.

Benefits:

• Paid parental and partner leave.
• Kiwa Rewards, offering discounts on shopping, travel, and insurance.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for career development.
• A supportive team within a growing national business.

About You: We are looking for an individual who is keen to work within a blue-collar construction setting and possesses a solid administrative background.

Desired Skills:

• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Rapid data entry capabilities, with a typing speed of at least 50 words per minute.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Collaborative teamwork skills, suitable for working with area administrators, lab staff, and managers.
• Effective time management, with a proactive approach to handling tasks and a positive, multitasking attitude.

Step into a busy, supportive team environment where your administrative skills will contribute to the smooth operation of our Adelaide Laboratory.