Administrator, Operations Support, Gold Coast

SMEC (An SJ Group Company); Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive culture

Professional growth opportunities

Modern workplace focusing on well‑bein

Real-world business experience

Job summary

SMEC (An SJ Group Company) on the Gold Coast is seeking a proactive Administrator, Operations Support to join our office. The role focuses on front-of-house responsibilities, ensuring a welcoming, organised workplace and smooth daily operations.

Based in the Gold Coast office, you will support employees, clients and visitors, coordinate meetings and events, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality workplace services.

Qualifications

• Friendly, professional communicator
• Willing to be in Gold Coast office five days a week
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and quick to learn new systems
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems and work well in a team
• Committed to building an inclusive workplace

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to person to keep the workplace running smoothly and efficiently
• Support employees, clients and visitors with a welcoming, professional office experience
• Execute a range of workplace, facilities and administrative tasks to keep the office operating
• Coordinate onboarding, meetings, events and employee engagement activities
• Partner with internal teams and service providers to deliver workplace services and resolve day-to-day issues
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace operations and employee experience

Job description

Administrator, Operations Support, Gold Coast

SMEC (An SJ Group Company) – Gold Coast QLD

Create futures worth inheriting with SMEC and the SJ Group

About SJ Group

At SJ, we’re building identity into infrastructure, character into skylines and peace of mind into everyday life.

A global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, SJ and its member companies continue a collective legacy that delivers global expertise with local precision.

Become part of our 16,000 client-centric specialists in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries who shape spaces across the world to meet the needs of today and the aspirations of generations to come.

About SMEC

Engineering Positive Change

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. SMEC is committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.

The Role

Full-Time | 38 hours/week | Make your mark!

Ready to launch your career in a fun, supportive, and professional environment?

We’re looking for a friendly, organised, ‘can do’ legend to join our Gold Coast office as a Workplace Administrator. This front-of house role is perfect if you love helping people, keeping things running smoothly, and being the go-to person who gets stuff DONE.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Be the go-to person who helps keep our workplace running smoothly and efficiently
• Support employees, clients and visitors by providing a welcoming, professional and well-organised workplace experience
• Execute a range of workplace, facilities and administrative activities that keep the office operating effectively
• Coordinate onboarding, meetings, events and employee engagement activities
• Partner with internal teams and service providers to deliver workplace services and resolve day-to-day issues
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace operations and employee experience

About You

• Friendly, professional, and confident communicator
• Happy to be in our Gold Coast office 5 days per week
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office and open to learning new systems
• Able to take initiative, solve problems, and work well in a team
• Committed to building a positive and inclusive workplace

What We Offer

• A supportive, collaborative culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A modern workplace focused on employee well-being
• The chance to build real world business experience in a respected organisation

SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.

As a family‑friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.