Executive Assistant to Managing Director, Water

Want to bring ideas to life?

You’re in the right place. If you’re looking for a fresh Executive Assistant challenge, why choose Aurecon? It comes down to one, crucial question. What kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything - from the local community to the entire planet. One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?

As our new Executive Assistant supporting our Managing Director, Water for Australia and New Zealand, you’ll be a vital part of the team who are helping the water industry meet the sustainable challenge of water infrastructure management. You will have regular catchups with your MD and other leaders whilst working in an unparalleled friendly team environment.

Your role will include:

- Developing and formatting documents, presentations and updating SharePoint
- Financial reporting, management & coordination to MD and other leaders
- Travel coordination as required as well as creating detailed travel enquiries
- Social platform management including connecting virtual teams
- Managing the water newsletter and supporting the marketing team with comms for clients

How will your future be shaped by us?

Joining Aurecon means you’ll be at the award-winning edge of innovation and sustainability. AFR ranked us Top 5 among sustainability leaders and Top 3 of all innovative companies in professional services. One Consult awarded us an innovative design award. Plus, we were Consult Australia’s large firm of the year.

You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We don’t just claim we’re inclusive and innovative, as proven by the independent awards and accreditations we’ve gained. We’ve been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan - our fourth edition since 2014.

On a personal level you’ll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options. You’ll continue to grow, thanks to learning and development opportunities that further your eminence, leadership, and professional accreditations. Outside of work, you’ll be further supported with competitive paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes.

What are we looking for from you?

You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.

We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.

As well as experience in a similar Executive Assistant role. Specifically:

- Experience in providing high level executive support within a corporate environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively in a team and use your initiative
- Outstanding level of attention to detail with strong diary and time management skills
- Ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines
- Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Event planning/project management experience

Who is Aurecon?

Aurecon’s strength has always been our people. It’s our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It’s our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Of course, you’ll probably know lots of our award-winning projects. The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney? That was us. Tāmaki Regeneration in Auckland? That was us too. And the Tseung Kwan O Interchange in Hong Kong? You guessed it, us. So, when you join us, you’ll be joining a community working together to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges.

Ready to bring ideas to life?

Then please apply. Remember, it’s you and how you bring ideas to life which are important. Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more at