Administration Officer - SKA-Low Telescope Administrative Assistants (Administration & Office Support) Government - Federal (Government & Defence) Full time CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia.We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.Job description: The opportunity The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics.Enabled by cutting-edge technology, it promises to have a major impact on society, in science and beyond.In Australia, the SKAO is collaborating with CSIRO to operate and support the construction of the low frequency telescope (SKA-Low) in remote Western Australia on Wajarri Yamaji Country.The Administration Officer will provide administrative support to the Engineering Operations Centre (EOC) in Geraldton.The project is in the start-up phase and this position will contribute to the establishment of administrative systems and processes relevant to the project in the new facility.The EOC is the workspace for our construction support, engineering operations and technology integration teams.Your duties will include: Provide practical and general administrative support to the Geraldton team and in support of key internal and external stakeholders.Assist the SKA-Low Executive Assistant to coordinate internal and external meetings or other events, including booking rooms, resources, travel, transport, equipment, visitor access and catering.Prepare meeting minutes and initiate follow-up action.Establish and maintain electronic document management systems.Communicate openly, effectively, and respectfully with all staff, clients and suppliers in the interests of good business practice, collaboration and enhancement of CSIRO's reputation.Location: Geraldton, Western Australia Salary: AU$70,874 - AU$90,202 plus 15.4% superannuation Tenure: Indefinite - Full-Time, Part-Time or Job-Share Reference: 98250 To be considered you will need: Essential Relevant work experience or qualifications in business administration.Demonstrated high-level skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to quickly learn new systems.Highly developed time management and organisational skills with a proven ability to prioritise competing demands, meet deadlines and escalate issues as appropriate.Demonstrated ability to establish strong interpersonal relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.Proven judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality and respond appropriately to sensitive issues.Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team, positively contributing to the team environment.Desirable An Australian Class 'C' driver's licence (or equivalent).Experience interacting with project-related and broader community stakeholders.Involved in project start-up or establishing administration systems for new regional offices.CSIRO is an Equal Opportunity employer working hard to recruit world-class talent that represents the diversity across our society.As part of our commitment to equitable employment outcomes for under-represented groups, preference will be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the role criteria.Eligibility Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents.Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.Flexible working arrangements We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.How to apply To apply for this role, please apply on-line providing your CV, and a Cover Letter clearly addressing the essential criteria of this role and your motivation for applying.Under CSIRO policy, only those who are able to demonstrate how they can meet the essential criteria may be appointed.Applications close 27 OCTOBER 2024, 11:59pm AWST #J-18808-Ljbffr