We are recruiting for an experienced and highly skilled Administration Assistant to join the Vinnies W.A. team at Canning Vale Distribution Centre.
The Depot consists of office and depot staff including a fleet of trucks who together service the stock requirements of the shops, local conferences and the external contracts and partnerships which exist to provide welfare within the community. Generally, the Depot services operate in the greater Perth metropolitan area only although there are also smaller levels of service provided to regional areas across WA. For more information on our services please click here.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Office Manager, the Administration Assistant will provide high levels of professional customer service to ensure the effective administration an delivery of the Distribution Centre Operations.
* Permanent Part time
* 3 days per week (Mon, Tues, Thurs)
* Canning Vale Location
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
* Proactively participate as a team member and be relied upon to smoothly support the day to day functioning of the office.
* Assist with projects, tasks, business and administrative duties as reasonably directed.
* General administration and office duties, including assisting with: maintaining stationary, consumables and supplies, data entry and end of month reporting.
* Assist with volunteer engagement and training activities, as required.
* Answer and respond to a high volume of phone, email and in person enquiries, ensuring they are dealt with compassionately and in line with the values of the Society:
About You
You will be able to 'wow' us with your exceptional admin experience and expert computing / IT skills. You are solution focussed and and thrive in a busy work environment with the ability to work independently and without regular supervision.
You will also have:
* Client focussed with excellent customer service.
* Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
* Sound organisational and time management skills with the ability to proactively prioritise own workload, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Ability to proactively use initiative and apply attention to detail.
* Ability to work within a team, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to actively contribute towards achieving set objectives.
* Demonstrate an openness to take direction, assist others, identify improvements and adapt to change.
* Well-developed decision making and problem-solving skills.
* Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate level essential)
* A relevant qualification in business or administration is preferred, however 1 year's office-based administration experience in a client focussed environment is essential.
Working for Vinnies WA
At Vinnies WA, you'll be part of an organisation where people matter - both the community we support and the teams that make it all possible.
Our values are at the heart of our Society, anyone who comes into contact with us is better for it, our employees are supported to grow and nurture their capacity for leadership and resilience and hold mission at our core.
This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation that makes a positive difference to the lives of thousands of vulnerable West Australians, through a range of person-centred services and programs, made possible by the revenue raised through our Vinnies shops, generous donations, fundraising events and grants, and over 3,500 dedicated employees, volunteers and members.
More than this, as a not for profit, Vinnies WA are able to offer our employees:
* Generous tax-reducing salary packaging benefits (F/T & P/T employees only)
* Leave Loading + Birthday leave benefit (F/T & P/T employees only)
* 15% team member discount card to use in our retail shops
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to creating a workforce that is as diverse as our Society. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, orientations and backgrounds.
Applications for this position will close 17th June 2026 and will be reviewed as received. No recruitment agencies please.
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