Executive Assistant

4 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Downer Full time

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The opportunity

Downer is seeking an Executive Assistant to manage the office of the EGM P&C, EGM Power Projects and GM Strategy and provide confidential and comprehensive administrative support by effectively planning, co-ordinating and prioritising the Executive's activities.

This is a full-time permanent role based in Brisbane working out of our Milton Head Office with flexible work options.

What you'll do

  • Full diary management including arranging complex meeting schedules, foreseeing and preventing potential issue
  • Use discretion to refer urgent matters to the appropriate senior executive and inform of important developments
  • Organise domestic and international travel and ensure travel and AMEX policies are being adhered to
  • Expense management and approvals
  • Assist with diary management, concur expenses and travel requests
  • Assistance with admin work (eg pp presentations and spreadsheets, etc)
  • Welcome visitors and identify priorities and the level of urgency of unscheduled visitors

What we offer

  • Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives
  • Access to Downer Group benefits
  • Personalised career development and growth working with an industry leading team.
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Safety focused culture working in leading services industry
  • Management support coupled with ongoing training and mentoring

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years supporting senior level executive
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Understanding of broader business operations
  • Ability to maintain absolute confidentially and discretion in handling sensitive tasks.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise workload.
  • Strong level verbal and written communication skills.

'About Energy & Utilities…

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionAdministrative
  • IndustriesAdministrative and Support Services

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