Entry-Level Administration Assistant

seek.com.au; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking an Entry-Level Administration Assistant to join our team in Ipswich. The role is ideal for someone starting their career in administration or moving into an office-based environment.

No prior administration experience is essential; training is provided. A positive attitude, reliability and willingness to learn are valued as part of our busy team.

Qualifications

• Extremely organised with strong attention to detail.
• Common sense and initiative.
• Strong work ethic and pride in doing a job properly.
• Reliable, punctual and dependable.
• Friendly, polite and professional.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Can follow instructions and complete tasks accurately.
• Comfortable using computers and willing to learn new systems.
• Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Willing to learn and take on new tasks.

Responsibilities

• General administration and office support.
• Answering and directing phone calls.
• Monitoring, responding to and forwarding emails.
• Data entry and updating company records.
• Filing, scanning and maintaining electronic and paper records.
• Preparing basic documents and correspondence.
• Assisting with incoming and outgoing paperwork.
• Printing, photocopying and document preparation.
• Assisting team members with general administrative tasks.
• Keeping records and information organised and up to date.
• Maintaining a tidy and organised office environment.
• Other general administration duties as required.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Reliability

Punctuality

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Basic computer skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are looking for a reliable, organised and enthusiastic Entry-Level Administration Assistant to join our team based in Ipswich.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start their career in administration or move into an office-based role.

Previous administration experience is not essential. We are happy to provide training to the right person. However, common sense, a strong work ethic, reliability and a genuine willingness to learn are essential.

You will work alongside an experienced administration team and receive support and on-the-job training while learning the day-to-day operations of a busy workplace.

This is a varied general administration role and would suit someone who enjoys being organised, helping others and keeping things running smoothly.

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable, organised and enthusiastic Entry-Level Administration Assistant to join our team based in Ipswich.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start their career in administration or move into an office-based role.

Previous administration experience is not essential. We are happy to provide training to the right person. However, common sense, a strong work ethic, reliability and a genuine willingness to learn are essential.

You will work alongside an experienced administration team and receive support and on-the-job training while learning the day-to-day operations of a busy workplace.

This is a varied general administration role and would suit someone who enjoys being organised, helping others and keeping things running smoothly.

What You'll Be Doing

Your duties will include:

• General administration and office support
• Answering and directing phone calls
• Monitoring, responding to and forwarding emails
• Data entry and updating company records
• Filing, scanning and maintaining electronic and paper records
• Preparing basic documents and correspondence
• Assisting with incoming and outgoing paperwork
• Printing, photocopying and document preparation
• Assisting team members with general administrative tasks
• Keeping records and information organised and up to date
• Maintaining a tidy and organised office environment
• Other general administration duties as required

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is extremely organised and has strong attention to detail
• Has common sense and initiative
• Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in doing a job properly
• Is reliable, punctual and dependable
• Is friendly, polite and professional
• Has good written and verbal communication skills
• Can follow instructions and complete tasks accurately
• Is comfortable using computers and willing to learn new systems
• Has basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Is comfortable asking questions when unsure
• Is willing to learn and take on new tasks
• Works well as part of a team
• Has a positive and practical approach to their work
• Has reliable transport to and from the workplace, as public transport is not available

Previous administration experience is not necessary. Your attitude, reliability, organisation and willingness to learn are more important to us.

What We Offer

• Full-time, Monday to Friday position
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• On-the-job training
• Opportunity to learn a broad range of administration skills
• Stable position with an established local company
• Variety in your day-to-day duties
• Opportunity to develop your skills and grow within the business