Technical Admin Production Assistant

Opportunity
Ventia, in partnership with the Australian Defence Force, is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Technical Admin Production Assistant (known as Production Clerk in our organisational chart) to join our Admin Support team at RAAF Base Edinburgh.

Reporting to the Technical Supervisor, you will play a key role in supporting workshop operations through a mix of SAP-based administrative tasks and non-technical support to tradespersons and Defence personnel. This hands-on role contributes to the smooth running of maintenance activities under the Defence Maintenance Contract (DMC), ensuring compliance with Defence regulations and standards.

This is a permanent, full-time position, Monday to Friday, based on-site at RAAF Base Edinburgh.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time (38-hour week) salaried position.
• A dynamic, supportive, and inclusive team culture.
• Ongoing mentoring, peer support, and regular training and development opportunities.
• Potential for flexible working hours, plus 12 o'clock finish most Fridays, supporting a genuine focus on work/life balance.
• Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program.
• VenPerks: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including Woolworths, Coles, , and Expedia.

About The Role

• Perform SAP and office-based administrative tasks to support tradespersons and Defence personnel.
• Assist with daily workshop operations, ensuring smooth workflow and accurate documentation of work packages.
• Manage inventory records, prepare requisitions, and expedite repair parts for ADF fleets.
• Support planning and scheduling of maintenance activities, including work order management and Commonwealth Supply Customer Accounts (SCAs).
• Prepare written work schedules aligned with ADF priorities and assist in maintaining Commonwealth systems.
• Coordinate site maintenance, subcontractor access, housekeeping, and consumables replenishment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across workshop operations and administrative processes.

About You

• Proven administrative experience in a workshop environment, with knowledge of workshop flows, Hazchem, and OHS standards. (essential)
• Proficient in SAP for maintenance and procurement, and skilled in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook). (essential)
• Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills, with attention to detail in record-keeping and scheduling.
• Demonstrated initiative, integrity, accountability, and a proactive, can-do attitude.
• Effective team player with the ability to motivate and support others.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, schedules, and information systems.
• Current Australian State or Territory Class C Driver's Licence. (essential)

Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen.

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How To Apply
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Position Reference Number:
164233