Data Entry Operator

Hoban; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

Comprehensive training

Future opportunities

Job summary

Hoban is seeking a Data Entry Operator for a State Election project in Port Melbourne. You will accurately enter data from ballot papers into specialised systems, ensuring data integrity in a high-volume environment.

The role offers a Monday–Friday pattern with shifts and acknowledges the critical nature of election data processing. The position emphasizes speed and accuracy, with 7000–10000 keystrokes per hour capability and strict adherence to procedures and security.

Qualifications

• Experience in data entry, administration or processing environments.
• Ability to type quickly and accurately (7,000–10,000 keystrokes per hour).
• Must be able to complete an alphanumerical data entry test.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Excellent concentration during repetitive tasks.
• Professional, confidential approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Enter election data into specialised systems accurately.
• Maintain data integrity per VEC procedures and guidelines.
• Handle large volumes of data with high accuracy.
• Meet productivity and quality targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive election information.
• Identify and report data discrepancies or issues as required.
• Work with in-house systems and software.
• Follow all policies, procedures and security requirements.

Skills

Data entry experience

High typing speed

Alphanumeric data entry test

Attention to detail

Literacy & numeracy

Instruction following

Concentration

Discretion & confidentiality

Job description

Data Entry Operator | State Election Project

$38.89 p/hr + super | 9 November - 14 December | Port Melbourne

Are you a fast and accurate data entry professional with exceptional attention to detail? Join a major State Election project and play a critical role in supporting the accurate and efficient processing of election results. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an important community-focused project while working in a fast-paced and supportive operational environment.

Assignment Details

Dates: 9 November - 14 December

Location: Port Melbourne (No Parking Onsite – see transport information below)

Rate: $38.89 per hour + super

Shift Patterns:

• Day Shift - 7:00am - 3:00pm | 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Afternoon: 2:45pm - 10:45pm
• Peak Period: 8:15am - 7:45pm

About the Role

As a Data Entry Operator, you will support the accurate and timely processing of election results by entering data from ballot papers and election documentation into specialised systems. Working in a high-volume environment, you will be responsible for maintaining data integrity while following established procedures and security protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately enter election data into specialised systems
• Process information in line with VEC procedures and guidelines
• Maintain a high level of accuracy when handling large volumes of data
• Meet productivity and quality targets in a fast-paced environment
• Handle sensitive election information with confidentiality and care
• Identify and report data discrepancies or issues when required
• Work with specialised software and in-house systems
• Follow all VEC policies, procedures and security requirements
• Provide support with other operational tasks as directed

About You

• Previous experience in data entry, administration or processing environments
• Fast and accurate keyboard skills, ideally achieving 7,000-10,000 keystrokes per hour
• The ability to successfully complete an alphanumerical data entry test
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• The ability to follow instructions and established procedures
• Excellent concentration and the ability to stay focused during repetitive tasks
• Confidence learning new systems and technology
• A professional, reliable and confidential approach to work

This role may require

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Maintaining focus on small print, handwritten information and computer screens
• Regular use of a computer, keyboard and monitor for long periods
• Working in a high-volume processing environment for extended shifts during peak periods

Why Work with HOBAN?

• Weekly pay, every week
• A dedicated HOBAN consultant supporting you throughout the assignment
• Opportunity to support a significant state wide project and access future opportunities
• Comprehensive training provided
• Be part of a team helping deliver Victoria's State Election

If you're a highly accurate data entry professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering quality outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

***IMPORTANT NOTE***

• There is NO parking at the site. You must not drive to or attempt to park at site.
• A free shuttle bus will run between Southern Cross Station and the venue for every shift. You are strongly advised to use this service.
• Shuttle travel time sits OUTSIDE your rostered start and finish times and is not paid. Please factor this into your travel planning before accepting a roster.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at***********@hoban.com.auor visit www.hoban.com.au/adjustmentsfor additional contact details.