* Seeking an organised, reliable Cairns based Office Administrator comfortable working and supporting small business in the construction Tradies or industrial Sectors!
* Fantastic full-time, permanent job opportunity based in Smithfield, with an ASAP start date.
* Monday to Friday, start and finish times negotiable |No Weekends|
* Salary between $65k-$74k + super| INTERVIEWING NOW for ASAP start date|
The Opportunity
Administration is the backbone of our clients Trades based business! We're inviting applications from Administrators with at least 2-3 of solid administration support that would love a job closer to home, and have administration experience from preferably small business environments. Our clients business is well established and this role offers very with structured processes, procedures and systems, and interaction with staff and clients on the phone and face to face.
Ideal Administrator Experience
An office-based role on a full time, permanent basis, suited to administrators currently in Cairns, with 3+ years admin experience that appreciate structured workflows and processes. You like working independently and happy to support technical staff with all things administration. This role is supported by a Bookkeeper so you can focus providing excellent administration and customer service. You enjoy variety and understand how to prioritise trades based administration and job scheduling.
About the Role
A varied role offering stable hours Monday to Friday, located in Smithfield. You are the first point of contact for customers and offer reliable office support to technicians and the owner, and supported by their Bookkeeper that works remotely. We’re looking for a administrators that enjoy consistent workloads and excel at providing small business administration support!
Key responsibilities:
* First point of contact to incoming calls and emails
* Book jobs and coordinate technician schedules.
* Prepare quotes and job documentation.
* Maintain accurate records, systems, and data.
* Liaise with customers, suppliers, and technicians.
* Office administration and support duties.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* Reliable, Administrator with at least 2-3 years experience (trade or construction admin highly regarded. Admin exp from other industries also considered)
* Clear verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong computer skills and confidence using different systems - Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, MYOB, experience with scheduling systems such as Arrow Flow
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Proven time management and organisational skills.
* A proactive, positive attitude with the ability to work independently and enjoy taking ownership of tasks and your role.
* Driver license and own car required .
* Australian Work rights and able to commit to ongoing full-time permanent opportunity (NO Employer Sponsorship will be offered)
What You’ll Receive
* Competitive salary between $65k-$74k + super
* Well developed Administration team, established systems and clear expectations.
* A business that values effort, initiative, and reliability.
* Be part of a respected, growing company where Administration matters.
* ASAP Start Date on offer
To Apply
If your skills and experience closely meet this jobs requirements administration and you meet the essential criteria please submit your Resume. For confidential inquiries contact Christine at Superior Recruitment on 0423 658 966 during business hours 8am-6pm Monday to Friday.
*ONLY APPLICANTS WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE
Superior Recruitment: Quality Recruitment You Can Trust - Servicing CAIRNS- FNQ & GOLD COAST - Regional QLD Connecting businesses with Experienced, Professional Jobseekers. We specialise in permanent recruitment of Business Operations positions ALL LEVELS, GOLD COAST & CAIRNS
Pay: $65,000.00 – $74,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
* Are you immediately available to start a new permanent, full time administration job
Experience:
* Trades based Administration: 2 years (Preferred)
* MYOB, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook): 2 years (Required)
Work Authorisation:
* Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 26/04/2026