Business Coordinator (Part-Time Parental Leave)

At the Salvation Army Employment Plus (EPlus), our experienced employment teams have been empowering people to find the right job since 1998 as part of the Australian Government's Employment Services network. We've worked with over 200,000 businesses across Australia and seen well over half a million Australians successfully placed in employment.

At Employment Plus we drive high performance with a forward thinking, results driven culture, that you will be proud to be a part of. Whilst we are a not-for-profit organisation with a strong dedication to helping people find work, we operate in a highly competitive market and as such, aiming to exceed required targets is vital for all our employees.

Based at our Charlestown site, the Business Coordinator will be responsible for providing administrative support with a focus on customer service to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations. Some duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Meet, greet and direct the flow of participants who attend site for appointments
• Answer enquiries via phone, email and face to face
• Assist participants to access and utilise job search facilities on site
• Liaise with contractors and external stakeholders such as RTO's, suppliers and employers
• Maintain administration and facilities on site including stationery orders, mail, purchase orders and WHS & incident management

This position is part-time, fixed-term until May 2025.

About you

• You are a confident and trustworthy self-starter who thrives on the opportunity to achieve meaningful results
• Exceptional customer service and time management skills
• Ability to think on your feet and adapt to challenging situations
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
• Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office is essential

What we offer

• Attractive remuneration & NFP salary packaging benefits ($15,900 tax-free + meal & entertainment benefits)
• Discounted fitness memberships, health insurance, retail discounts and more
• Attractive leave benefits with access to purchase leave, 12 weeks paid Parental Leave and up to 5 days paid leave per year to support the Salvos
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives, fostering a supportive and inclusive approach to your overall wellbeing
• Long-term employment opportunities within the EPlus & wider Salvos networks
• Comprehensive and supportive on the job training

This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity for someone who is looking to start a career in the Employment Services industry. If you have previous experience in customer service, administration/reception or retail then we would love to hear from you!

At Employment Plus, we value diversity and strive for inclusivity in our recruitment process. If you are a person with a disability and require an adjustment, such as alternative application methods, or if you have a general enquiry about a role, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at ***************@salvationarmy.org.au. Please specify the job title and location in the subject line.

A current Working with Children Check or relevant state equivalent is a mandatory requirement for this position. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a police check, it is not mandatory to have a clear criminal history.

Employment Plus is an equal employment opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds. We provide an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of our people. Employment Plus is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people and protecting them from harm.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.