Are you organised, energetic, and ready to thrive in a growing consultancy?
We’re looking for a proactive Administration Officer to join our friendly Townsville team.
This full-time, office-based role is ideal for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. You will support engineers, project managers, and operations staff, while helping maintain a professional, welcoming, and well-functioning office.
At STP Consultants, we’re not just about engineering, we’re about people, relationships, and delivering excellence together. If you're organised, adaptable, and enjoy variety in your day, this could be your perfect next step.
About the role
As our Administration Officer, you'll be the central point of coordination for our Townsville office. This is a hands-on, varied role providing day-to-day support to our local team, and occasional assistance to our Cairns and Mackay offices. From managing reception to document formatting, travel bookings, and event coordination, you’ll be key to creating an efficient and welcoming environment.
Key responsibilities:
* Welcoming visitors and managing reception, calls, and enquiries
* Booking travel and accommodation
* Coordinating meeting rooms, supplies, and technology setup
* Ordering and managing office and kitchen supplies
* Handling mail, postage, and couriers
* Formatting and preparing reports, tenders, and proposals
* Assisting with onboarding/offboarding of staff
* Maintaining records, registers (e.g. access cards, contact lists), and templates
* Managing petty cash and vehicle servicing schedules
* Liaising with building management and suppliers
* Organising office events and catering
* Providing admin support to management and project teams as needed
About you
You present professionally with a friendly and welcoming personality. Reliable, self-motivated, proactive, diligent, and adaptable, you’re ready to assist across the office as needed. You are a team player with strong organisational skills, clear communication, and a keen eye for detail.
You’ll bring:
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in administration or office support
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including a professional phone manner
* Excellent time management, organisational skills, and ability to multitask
* High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly with document formatting
* A proactive ‘can do’ attitude with the ability to take initiative
* Ability to plan and organise a busy workload while supporting multiple stakeholders
* Experience in engineering or professional services (desirable but not essential)
* Willingness and ability to learn quickly
* Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
* Reliability, trustworthiness, and a commitment to working in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
* Current driver’s licence and unrestricted Australian work rights are essential.
Why join STP Consultants?
STP Consultants is a respected, privately owned multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with over 20 years of experience across Queensland. Our collaborative, people-first approach has made us a trusted name in the industry.
At STP, our values - Potential, Respect, Integrity, Deliver, and Engage, are the foundation of our culture. We are committed to building a workplace where people feel supported and empowered.
We offer:
* A competitive salary package tailored to your skills and experience
* Opportunities to grow and shape your role
* Flexible work options, including the ability to purchase additional leave
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Employee referral and recognition program
* A positive, inclusive team culture built on respect and support
* Regular team events, celebrations, and social activities
* The stability of a well-established, Australian-owned business
* A workplace that values diversity, equity, and opportunity for all
How to apply
If you’re a motivated and experienced administration professional looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to careers@stpconsultants.com.au by Monday 4 August 2025.