Create futures worth inheriting with SMEC and the SJ Group
About SJ Group
At SJ, we’re building identity into infrastructure, character into skylines and peace of mind into everyday life.
A global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, SJ and its member companies continue a collective legacy that delivers global expertise with local precision.
Become part of our 16,000 client-centric specialists in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries who shape spaces across the world to meet the needs of today and the aspirations of generations to come.
About SMEC
Engineering Positive Change
For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields.
SMEC is committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.
The Role
Permanent Part-Time | 25 hours/week | Make your mark!
Ready to launch your career in a fun, supportive, and professional environment?
We’re looking for a friendly, organised, ‘can do’ legend to join our Canberra office
as a Workplace Administrator. This front-of house role is perfect if you love helping people, keeping things running smoothly, and being the go-to person who gets stuff DONE.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Be the first point of contact – greet clients and visitors with professionalism and warmth
- Ensure meeting rooms and shared spaces are well maintained
- Coordinate with IT and facilities to keep the office running smoothly
- Assist with onboarding new team members and supporting internal events
- Manage office supplies, catering, and general administration tasks
- Support compliance and contribute to a positive team culture
About You:
- Friendly, professional, and confident communicator
- Happy to be in our Canberra office 5 days per week
- Confident in working autonomously and with remote support from Manager / Team
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office and open to learning new systems
- Able to take initiative, solve problems, and work well in a team
- Committed to building a positive and inclusive workplace
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A modern workplace focused on employee well-being
- The chance to build real-world business experience in a respected organisation
Please note: the Salary on offer for this position is $70,000 (inclusive of 12% superannuation)
Apply now to kick off your career in an environment that is fresh, friendly, and full of opportunity.
For a confidential conversation please reach out to Ami: [email protected]
To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at www.smec.com/careers
Link to benefits: http://www.smec.com/en_au/careers/your-career-with-SMEC
SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.
As a family‑friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.
All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resume directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.
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At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
Skills Required
- Friendly, professional, and confident communicator
- Available to be in Canberra office five days per week (on-site)
- Able to work autonomously with remote support from manager/team
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office and willing to learn new systems
- Able to take initiative, solve problems, and work well in a team
- Committed to building a positive and inclusive workplace
What We Do
SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy with a 70-year history of delivering advanced solutions on a global scale across urban development, infrastructure and management services industries. We are specialists in providing design leadership, consulting and advisory expertise across the roads and highways, rail and metro, aviation, hydropower and renewable energy sectors. SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia’s iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world. Joining the Surbana Jurong Group in 2016, SMEC is part of a family of specialists. We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions that help to connect, move and power people and communities. For the latest news, visit our newsroom www.smec.com/newsroom or read about the innovations and solutions shaping our communities on our Infocus blog www.smec.com/infocus. At SMEC, our global workforce is made up of experts who bring unique talent, experience and passion to their fields. We offer a rewarding career path for enthusiastic and collaborative achievers who are motivated to make a difference. For more information or to view current vacancies visit www.smec.com/careers.
