[High Salary] Senior Project Administrator

Overview

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want.

Join the Connect Team – Be Part of Our Digital Transformation. You’ll be part of a new team driving out digital transformation through Connect (SAP), our new system that helps teams and sites work smarter. Connect gives everyone a clear view of costs, resources, and performance, making it easier for Business Units to manage projects and make better decisions. By bringing all teams onto the same system, Connect simplifies day-to-day work and boosts efficiency across the business.

Step into the spotlight as our Senior Project Administrator, where SAP experience isn’t just nice, it’s essential. You’ll be the driving force behind smooth financial and procurement workflows, turning SAP from a headache into a superpower for our teams. From keeping purchase orders and invoices on track to training and supporting project teams, you’ll be the go to problem solver who keeps everything moving, compliant, and connected between Finance, Procurement, and site operations. If you thrive on organisation, love bringing people and processes together, and have solid hands on SAP experience, this is your chance to shine.

This is a 12-month fixed term contract based in Brisbane, however, candidates from Sydney will also be considered.

About the role

1. Hands-on SAP Expertise Required – Take ownership of Accounts Payable and Procurement processes in SAP (S/4HANA), including POs, invoices, goods receipts, and reporting.
2. Project Support – Provide on-the-ground administrative and SAP guidance to project teams, ensuring workflows run smoothly and efficiently.
3. Compliance & Governance Champion – Maintain adherence to procurement policies, financial controls, and assist with audits and reporting.
4. Training & Knowledge Sharing – Empower teams with practical SAP training and support to build confidence and capability across the business.
5. Collaborative Problem Solver – Act as the key liaison between site operations, Finance, and Procurement, improving processes and resolving issues effectively.

Skills and experience

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience: Proven experience in system deployments and training in a project or site-based environment.

1. Strong working knowledge of SAP (S/4HANA), particularly in Accounts Payable and Procurement modules.
2. Understanding of procurement processes, vendor management, and financial workflows.
3. Excellent written and verbal communications skills
4. Current C-Class Driver’s Licence

Benefits

- Health & Wellbeing – discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP).
- Time for life / Work life balance – birthday leave, purchased leave program, paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements.
- Financial wellbeing – competitive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, salary continuance insurance and employee share program.
- Career development – training, mentoring programs, and leadership development program.

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We/'re unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps

1. Submit your CV online to apply for this role
2. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
3. Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

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To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: 494572

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.

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