About the Role
Our client, a well-established Melbourne based business operating across the construction and facilities sector, is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support two senior stakeholders. Starting on a temporary contract with a view to permanency, this role will see you managing complex calendars, coordinating travel, taking meeting minutes, and acting as the key link between leadership and the broader team. You'll help bring structure to busy workdays, support internal communication, and provide full administrative assistance to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
Duties
Within this role you will be responsible for :
- Providing full executive support to two senior stakeholders, helping manage their day-to-day operations and communication.
- Overseeing complex and busy calendars, resolving scheduling conflicts and preventing double bookings.
- Acting as a key liaison, triaging incoming requests and maintaining structure around priorities.
- Managing inboxes, sorting, flagging priorities, drafting responses, and reducing admin backlog.
- Attending internal meetings, taking clear and accurate minutes, and following up with written summaries and action points.
- Coordinating travel, site visits, and meeting logistics for stakeholders.
- Maintaining consistent communication between stakeholders and broader teams, acting as the key point of contact.
- Liaising closely with the Operations Manager to ensure alignment across departments.
- Preparing weekly project summaries to update stakeholders on key developments and status.
- Assisting with business reporting, general administration, and ensuring follow-ups are logged and scheduled.
- Creating structure and routine around task management and business flow, helping stakeholders stay on track.
- Drafting, sending, and following up emails and meeting notes to ensure no details are overlooked.
Skills & Experience
You will have :
Proven capability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.Capacity to make well-informed decisions and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.Ability to work independently, taking initiative to anticipate needs and solve problems proactively.Maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating a polished and professional demeanor in all interactions.Previous experience providing high-level support to executives, ideally in a project- or trade-based environment.Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities for clear and effective interactions with stakeholders.A proactive attitude, actively identifying opportunities to improve workflows and assist leadership.Capacity to maintain structure and efficiency in an executive setting, including calendar and inbox management.Familiarity with business processes and basic financial concepts is highly advantageous.Culture & Benefits
A focus on teamwork, mutual support, and celebrating achievements through project-based team events and end-of-year celebrations.High-performing employees are celebrated, those who value collaboration, flexibility, recognition, and contributing to a close-knit team will thrive in this environment.Apply Today
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Job Reference No : 06810-0013256427SJ
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