Project Administrator - DIDO

Symal Group; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% site uplift

DIDO from Townsville

Accommodation & meals provided

Job summary

Symal Group is seeking an experienced Project Administrator to act as the administrative hub on a major 400MW renewable project near Townsville. You will support the project leadership, manage documentation and cost tracking, and coordinate inductions, travel and meetings on a busy site.

With a focus on accuracy and timely reporting, you will work within a civil construction team delivering essential infrastructure. DIDO from Townsville is available with on-site accommodation and meals provided.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Administrator, Site Administrator or Construction Administrator.
• Background in civil construction, mining, infrastructure or renewable energy projects.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced site environment.
• Experience with Jobpac, Pronto, JDE or similar systems (highly regarded).
• A proactive, team-focused attitude with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing administration support to the project leadership team
• Processing purchase orders, invoices and project documentation
• Coordinating site inductions, onboarding and training records
• Maintaining project registers, reports and document control
• Assisting with timesheets, cost tracking and project reporting
• Coordinating meetings, travel and accommodation where required
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Supporting compliance and project systems

Skills

Project Administrator

Site Administrator

Construction Administrator

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Project Administrator – DIDO from Townsville | major 400MW renewable project

30% Site Uplift | DIDO from Townsville | Accommodation & Meals Provided

Earn a 30% site uplift while supporting the delivery of one of Queensland’s largest renewable energy projects. Join a high-performing civil construction team where your organisation and coordination skills will help keep a landmark 400MW wind farm project running smoothly.

Symal Infrastructure is delivering the major civil works package for a major 400MW renewable project , located approximately 2.5 hours from Townsville. This major project includes 68 wind turbine foundations, roads, drainage, and supporting civil infrastructure.

We’re seeking an experienced and proactive Project Administrator to become the administrative hub of our site team. Positions like this don’t come up often on projects of this scale.

What's in it for you?

• 30% site uplift
• DIDO from Townsville or surrounding areas
• Accommodation and meals provided while on roster
• Work on a major renewable energy project with long-term career opportunities
• Join one of Australia's fastest-growing civil infrastructure contractors
• Supportive team culture with genuine career development

The Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, you'll provide comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the project.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing administration support to the project leadership team
• Processing purchase orders, invoices and project documentation
• Coordinating site inductions, onboarding and training records
• Maintaining project registers, reports and document control
• Assisting with timesheets, cost tracking and project reporting
• Coordinating meetings, travel and accommodation where required
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Supporting compliance and project systems

About You

You’ll be successful in this role if you bring:

• Experience as a Project Administrator, Site Administrator or Construction Administrator
• Background in civil construction, mining, infrastructure or renewable energy projects
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced site environment
• Experience with Jobpac, Pronto, JDE or similar systems (highly regarded)
• A proactive, team-focused attitude with strong communication skills

A career with us

At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Symal.

• Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
• Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
• Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
• Stay social: People are the core of Symal. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.