Warehousing and Office Administrator

Austal; Australia; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal Defence Australia (ADA) is seeking a Warehousing and Office Administrator to provide essential admin support across warehouse, logistics and office operations in Western Australia.

You will work closely with the Warehousing & Logistics team to keep records accurate, process documentation, support inventory activities and assist with day-to-day operations in a busy environment. This role offers exposure to administration, logistics and supply chain functions within Austal.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administration, customer service or support role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Enter and maintain information within business systems and databases.
• Support warehouse receipting, delivery and inventory documentation.
• Assist with stocktake preparation and administrative activities.
• Process purchase requisitions, invoices and general paperwork.
• Coordinate office supplies, resources and administrative requirements.
• Provide support to warehouse, logistics and operational teams as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Defence clearance eligibility

Education

Certificate III/IV in Business Administration

Tools

ERP system

Inventory management system

Job description

As the Warehousing and Office Administrator for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you'll provide administrative support across warehouse, logistics and office operations. Working closely with the Warehousing & Logistics team, you'll help keep records accurate, process documentation, support inventory activities and assist with the day-to-day running of a busy operational environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in administration, logistics or supply chain, with exposure to a variety of business and warehouse functions.

About Austal

Austal isAustralia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

• Enter and maintain information within business systems and databases.
• Support warehouse receipting, delivery and inventory documentation.
• Assist with stocktake preparation and administrative activities.
• Process purchase requisitions, invoices and general paperwork.
• Coordinate office supplies, resources and administrative requirements.
• Provide support to warehouse, logistics and operational teams as required.

The Opportunity

As the Warehousing and Office Administrator for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you'll provide administrative support across warehouse, logistics and office operations. Working closely with the Warehousing & Logistics team, you'll help keep records accurate, process documentation, support inventory activities and assist with the day-to-day running of a busy operational environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in administration, logistics or supply chain, with exposure to a variety of business and warehouse functions.

About Austal

Austal isAustralia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

• Enter and maintain information within business systems and databases.
• Support warehouse receipting, delivery and inventory documentation.
• Assist with stocktake preparation and administrative activities.
• Process purchase requisitions, invoices and general paperwork.
• Coordinate office supplies, resources and administrative requirements.
• Provide support to warehouse, logistics and operational teams as required.

You’ll Need

Essential

• Previous experience in an administration, customer service or support role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance.

Desirable

• Exposure to warehousing, logistics or supply chain environments.
• Experience using an ERP or inventory management system.
• Certificate III or IV in Business Administration or a related field.
• Experience processing invoices, purchase orders or data entry tasks.
• Understanding of inventory or warehouse processes.
• Experience working within a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

Learn more at: https://www.austaljobs.com/australia

Salary

Optional 9 day fortnight | Career growth