Description:
Project Assistant
Cairns
The Opportunity
The Project Assistant supports the Operations team with administrative, transactional and general support in delivery of vessel service visits and the day to day operation of the Shipyard. The role will work closely with the operations team to gather project information and data, to assure administrative functioning and closeout of quality documentation. This position reports to the Project Manager.
What’s involved
- Develop and maintain accurate systems and registers in line with project requirements.
- Provide level of administration support that fosters an environment of efficiency, accuracy and order of priority.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports in line with Austal standards and project requirements.
- Assist Operations and Admin team with general administration duties
You’ll need
Essential
- Minimum Diploma in Business Office Administration and/or relevant experience working in an administrative/ project support role.
- Competency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact and communicate positively and professionally, both verbally and written.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines whilst managing multiple tasks/projects.
- High attention to detail and accuracy. Proven high quality output.
- Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Project management, processes and planning
- Proficient user of IFS or a similar ERP system
Why Austal
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
Our global team is guided by a universal set of values that describe the focus of our efforts. Our goal is for all our decisions and actions to reflect these core values. We believe that putting our values into practice creates the greatest benefits for our shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and communities in which we serve.
Excellence - Customer Focus - Integrity - Team Work
At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.
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