Auction Operator - PicklesLIVE

Pickles Auctions; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave

Annual bonus

Cash vouchers

Study assistance

Parental leave

Referral bonus

Employee assistance

Job summary

Pickles Auctions in Belmore (2192) is seeking an experienced Administrator to join our high-performing team. This secure, casual role offers Monday–Friday work with 2–3 shifts per week (roughly 6–12 hours).

Availability across Tue-Thu is valued as these are the busiest days. You will perform data entry of auction bids into our Live Online Auctions system, relay information to the auctioneer by phone, and handle general admin duties with accuracy and quick thinking during real-time auctions.

Qualifications

• Positive, professional phone manner.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Typing at 70–80 words per minute.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Proven interpersonal and client-relations skills.
• Efficient, organized and able to prioritise deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Data entry of auction bids into Live Online Auctions system.
• Relay information to an auctioneer by phone during auctions.
• Maintain high attention to detail, accuracy and quick thinking in real-time auctions.
• Handle general administrative duties related to the auction process.
• Liaise with branch staff regarding auction bidding.
• Be flexible in a casual role and train in other admin duties as required.

Skills

Phone manner

Attention to detail

Typing speed

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Administrator to join our high-performing team! This is your chance to step into a secure, casual role based in Belmore (2192), working acrossMonday–Friday with approximately 2-3 shifts per week (working around 6 to 12 hours per week). Availability across Tuesday-Thursday is highly regarded as these are the busier days of the department.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Data entry of auction bids into our Live Online Auctions system
  
• Relaying information to an auctioneer by phone in a timely manner during Auctions, clear confident speaking voice.
  
• Auctions are held in real time so a high level of attention to detail, accuracy and quick thinking are a must
  
• General administrative duties associated with the auction process
• Liaising effectively with relevant employees at our branches regarding auction bidding
• Flexibility in a casual role, with view to be trained in other administrative duties as required

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will need to have the following skills and experience:

• A positive, professional and engaging phone manner
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Reasonably fast typing skills (70 - 80 words per minute)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proven interpersonal & client relationship skills
• Efficient, organised and able to prioritise competing deadlines

WHY WORK FOR PICKLES

Since 1964, Pickles has powered trusted marketplaces that bring people together, delivering value for our customers whilst remaining authentic. We are the Australian leaders in asset remarketing across industrial, motor vehicles, salvage, mining, oil & gas, agriculture industries and employ a broad team of specialists to make this happen.

Pickles offers a variety of employee benefits and programs that make being part of our team truly rewarding:

• Up to five extra days of leave each year and ability to earn an annual bonus after a qualifying period
• Cash vouchers and formal recognition awards
• Study assistance to support relevant courses or qualifications with robust career pathways available
• Paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers
• Bonus for referring talented people who join and succeed at Pickles
• Access to the employee assistance program for you and your family

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted. Reference and criminal history checks apply.

Internal applicants must have completed 6 months’ probation.

Applying for a hybrid role?

Pickles will supply a laptop and docking station, as well as role-specific equipment like a mobile phone or special headset if it’s required. The candidate is responsible for all other elements their hybrid working environment, including but not limited to; reliable internet connection, dedicated workspace that is safe and free from distractions, as well as providing necessary furniture and equipment such as a desk, chair, screens, keyboard, mouse, and any other peripherals required to perform their role effectively.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Casual | Flexible hours | Great Perks

We’re looking for an experienced Administrator to join our high-performing team! This is your chance to step into a secure, casual role based in Belmore (2192), working acrossMonday–Friday with approximately 2-3 shifts per week (working around 6 to 12 hours per week). Availability across Tuesday-Thursday is highly regarded as these are the busier days of the department.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Data entry of auction bids into our Live Online Auctions system
  
• Relaying information to an auctioneer by phone in a timely manner during Auctions, clear confident speaking voice.
  
• Auctions are held in real time so a high level of attention to detail, accuracy and quick thinking are a must
  
• General administrative duties associated with the auction process
• Liaising effectively with relevant employees at our branches regarding auction bidding
• Flexibility in a casual role, with view to be trained in other administrative duties as required

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will need to have the following skills and experience:

• A positive, professional and engaging phone manner
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Reasonably fast typing skills (70 - 80 words per minute)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proven interpersonal & client relationship skillsCompetent computer skills (MS Outlook, Word & Excel)
• Efficient, organised and able to prioritise competing deadlines

WHY WORK FOR PICKLES

Since 1964, Pickles has powered trusted marketplaces that bring people together, delivering value for our customers whilst remaining authentic. We are the Australian leaders in asset remarketing across industrial, motor vehicles, salvage, mining, oil & gas, agriculture industries and employ a broad team of specialists to make this happen.

Pickles offers a variety of employee benefits and programs that make being part of our team truly rewarding:

• Up to five extra days of leave each year and ability to earn an annual bonus after a qualifying period
• Cash vouchers and formal recognition awards
• Study assistance to support relevant courses or qualifications with robust career pathways available
• Paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers
• Bonus for referring talented people who join and succeed at Pickles
• Access to the employee assistance program for you and your family

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted. Reference and criminal history checks apply.

Internal applicants must have completed 6 months’ probation.

Applying for a hybrid role?

Pickles will supply a laptop and docking station, as well as role‑specific equipment like a mobile phone or special headset if it’s required. The candidate is responsible for all other elements their hybrid working environment, including but not limited to; reliable internet connection, dedicated workspace that is safe and free from distractions, as well as providing necessary furniture and equipment such as a desk, chair, screens, keyboard, mouse, and any other peripherals required to perform their role effectively.