Our company is a respected and established builder, delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects throughout the Cairns region and Port Douglas. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking a full-time Receptionist / Administration Assistant to join our professional and close-knit team.
This is a long-term career opportunity offering genuine job security, stability, and the chance to grow within a successful and well-structured organisation. We pride ourselves on professionalism, exceptional customer service, and creating a supportive, collaborative, and respectful workplace culture where our people are valued.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm
Salary:
Negotiable based on skills, experience, and suitability for the role.
About the Role
As our Receptionist / Administration Assistant, you will be the first point of contact for clients, visitors, suppliers, and subcontractors. You will play a vital role in creating a positive first impression of the business while supporting the smooth day-to-day administrative operations across the company.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being organised, professional, and client-focused, and who takes pride in keeping an office running efficiently and smoothly.
Key Responsibilities include:
* Professionally greeting and welcoming clients, visitors, and staff
* Answering, screening, and directing incoming phone calls
* Managing front desk operations and reception area presentation
* Maintaining office supplies, stationery, and general office inventory
* Ensuring the office environment is tidy, organised, and presentable at all times
* Monitoring and managing shared email inboxes
* Data entry and maintenance of digital and physical filing systems
* Responding to supplier, subcontractor, and internal enquiries in a timely manner
* Supporting the Finance team with ad hoc administrative and accounts tasks
* Providing administrative support to project, construction, and management teams
* General office administration and support duties as required
About You
We are looking for a reliable, well-presented, and proactive individual who enjoys working in a professional environment and contributing to a team's success.
You will ideally have:
1. Previous experience in a reception or administration role
(construction industry experience highly regarded but not essential)
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
3. Professional phone manner and customer service skills
4. High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
5. Experience entering invoices (highly regarded but not essential)
6. Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote)
7. Strong time management and the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively
8. A positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic
9. Professional presentation and a team-focused mindset
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a supportive, friendly, and down-to-earth team
* Work with a stable and growing company with a strong local reputation
* Enjoy long-term job security in a permanent full-time role
* Opportunities for career progression into administration, finance, or operations roles
* Strong team culture with a focus on respect, support, and collaboration
* Professional work environment with structured systems and processes
How to Apply: Ready to join a team that builds more than just great projects? Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter.