▷ Urgent: Project Administrator

4 days ago


Cairns, Australia NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD Full time

McCosker are experts in the civil construction industry offering a diverse range of services to the mining, construction, building, gas and industrial sectors.

McCosker Contracting have an exciting opportunity for a Project Administrator to join our team in Cairns, Qld, working Monday to Friday.

In this position you will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day implementation of the project, the project works, engaging with site leaders, the business and other key stakeholders to achieve the projects and business goals. This position performs a crucial role in coordinating all administrative aspects of the project.

Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, has a high level of attention to detail, and an ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

- Cairns based role
- Monday to Friday - 48 hours

The Project Administration Department is responsible for:

- Purchase order and invoice processing
- Daily activity sheets (including timesheets)
- Establish, control and maintain effective records management and filing
- Prepare and manage correspondence, ensuring accuracy and effective written communication standards
- Data entry into systems and related documents (e.g., excel)
- Stock and inventory control
- General administration duties for the project team
- Other relevant administration duties as may be required from time to time.

About You:

- Minimum 3-5 years' experience in administration
- Experience in the construction industry (desirable)
- Advanced competency with Microsoft Office - Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Excellent attention to detail
- Positive attitude with the ability to work as part of a team
- Excellent time management, workload prioritisation, organisation and planning skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Driver Licence
- Construction Card (blue or white)

Join the McCosker team

At McCosker we are focused on developing our workforce, giving back to the community and safeguarding our natural environment. This is what makes us a strong, prosperous and sustainable company. Our foundations are built upon a productive and open culture, aligned with delivering quality civil construction projects for our clients.

In addition to building a skilled and diverse workforce, we offer a range of benefits including discounted corporate programs and monthly recognition events.

- Monthly Recognition Award Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program

15 July 2025Cairns Queensland, AustraliaFull TimeAdministration & Office SupportOther
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