ABOUT US
As one of AFR’s Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies, a dual winner of the Victorian Training Awards for Apprenticeship Development ‘22 & ‘23 and a leader in our chosen fields New Plumbing Solutions (NPS) is seeking a reliable and experienced Contract Administrator.
From humble beginnings NPS has grown to a national organisation with circa 200 staff. At NPS we provide high-quality services for industry, government, and water authorities with significant growth in emerging areas of digital metering and IoT device management.
ABOUT THE ROLE
NPS seeks a dedicated, and proactive Contract Administrator for our Maintenance Division to support the scheduling and management of multiple contracts in Melbourne's Geelong region, located at our office in Geelong this dynamic role specifically involves a variety of administration and customer service tasks in a fast-paced environment.
This is a 12 month fixed term contract to backfill one of your employees heading off on maternity leave in January. This role will start immediately in order to give enough time to train someone up and provide ample support and guidance!
Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, supporting the allocated Contract Manager and Contract Supervisor in maintaining project statuses efficiently and scheduling field staff effectively to optimise productivity. Additionally, you will be tasked with documentation control, overseeing the process from job creation and work order forms to project completion sign-off and handover to accounts.
Main duties include:
* Supporting the Contracts Manager in monitoring, controlling, and managing work orders and job requests.
* Daily management of work schedules.
* Liaising with clients and plumbers to prioritise and schedule jobs.
* Establish and maintain processes and procedures for scheduling department in consultation with management.
* Ensure all employee and sub-contractor records are maintained accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner.
* Data entry and reporting.
* Complete jobs-management and invoicing requirements.
* Assisting with the processing of quotations.
* Always ensure maximum office discretion and confidentiality.
* Must have the ability to negotiate and deal with challenging people at times.
ABOUT YOU
We're seeking someone who thrives on getting stuff done by collaborating and working together. If you're proactive, driven, and eager to make a difference, we want you on our Maintenance Team!
Working within a busy team you will need to possess:
* Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
* Ability to be flexible, and supportive of others.
* Ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively.
* Ability to problem solve and provide information in a timely manner.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Experience with Microsoft Office Suite of Applications
* Knowledge of Geelong areas is advantageous.
WHAT'S ON OFFER
NPS offers a great opportunity to join a growing business with big ambitions and the ability to grow and develop your skills and experience in a supportive environment. This is an entry level role but one in which you can really make it your own. You will have a buddy and work shadow the current Admin Support Officer until she goes off on leave in January.
Other benefits include;
* The opportunity to join a great team of like-minded people.
* Great team culture and office support.
* Career opportunities within a growing business.
* On site parking and a well stocked fridge.
* Mentor who will support your on the job training.
* Potential for a temp to perm opportunity.
* On site based role.
New Plumbing Solutions are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity. If this role sounds like you, check out our website to find out more about us or click Apply .