Business Operations Administrator

Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?

There's never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we're working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we're looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Business Operations Administrator at Western Power Head Office, Wellington Street, Perth, on a Permanent Full-Time basis.

About this role

As the Business Operations Administrator you will be responsible for the delivery of a wide range of generalist operational business support and administrative office services and activities, ensuring a high level of customer service and capturing information to meet business and legislative requirements.

Engineering and Design:

• In accordance with defined processes and work instructions, support the Function in delivery of projects by undertaking document and design administrative tasks including;
  • opening new design projects in Western Power's Distribution Quotation Management system,
  • review environmental requests from designers and submit for assessment to the Environmental, Safety and Planning team,
  • complete and send notices to the community and service providers
  • general office administration
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers and stakeholders to support the successful delivery of projects
• Assist and support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Completed Year 12 (or equivalent) with English and Mathematics and / or at least 3 year's demonstrated general administration experience
• At least 2 to 3 years demonstrated experience in provided administrative office and or operational support services with knowledge of principles and practices of basic office management
• Experience of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software
• Understanding of administrative functions and office practices
• Able to deliver high quality, professional, customer focused administrative services
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality

Joining Western Power

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements that support part time wosrk, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups - First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability - which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

Important information

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Applications close on 4 April 2024

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply' button.

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