At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide senior administrative support to the Roads & Highways team and manage project documentation.
- Company: Join SMEC, a global engineering consultancy known for iconic infrastructure projects.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working arrangements, competitive pay, and 18 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to innovation and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a collaborative environment while balancing work and life.
- Qualifications: 6+ years in senior administration with strong organisational and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
About the job
Join a global consultancy delivering iconic infrastructure projects.
Work alongside industry-leading specialists in a collaborative, flexible environment.
Shape your career with genuine professional growth opportunities.
About SMEC
SMEC is a global engineering consultancy renowned for delivering complex, sustainable infrastructure solutions across transport, water, energy, and urban development markets.
Our teams are empowered to innovate, solve technical challenges, and contribute to projects that positively shape communities across Australia and worldwide.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines.
SMEC provides 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.
- 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.
Infrastructure
At SMEC, we understand that our continued success within the infrastructure market is the result of building long‑term client relationships.
We listen and understand the specific needs of our clients and deliver a complete value chain of services to provide sustainable solutions across major infrastructure projects worldwide.
The Role
SMEC is seeking an experienced Senior Team Administrator (Casual) to support our Roads & Highways team in Brisbane.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished administrative professional who values flexibility and is looking to contribute their expertise within a collaborative and high‑performing engineering environment.
Working closely with project managers, technical specialists, and business leaders, you will provide senior‑level administrative support across a broad range of project and operational activities.
This role offers flexibility in working arrangements and hours, making it ideal for someone seeking meaningful, rewarding work while maintaining balance with other personal or professional commitments.
- Providing senior administrative support to the Roads & Highways team and broader business as required.
- Managing complex project documentation, correspondence, and records.
- Coordinating project setup, reporting, document control, and governance activities.
- Supporting invoicing, purchase orders, timesheets, project financial administration, and reporting requirements.
- Coordinating meetings, travel arrangements, team events, and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Preparing professional reports, presentations, submissions, and business correspondence.
- Supporting compliance, quality assurance, and business management system requirements.
- Assisting project managers and technical leaders with day‑to‑day operational and project support needs.
- Identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes and team efficiency.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring
- 6+ years' experience in a senior administration, project support, team coordination, or business support role.
- Demonstrated experience supporting professional services, engineering, consulting, construction, or project‑based teams.
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism.
- Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
- Advanced proficiency across Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Teams.
- The ability to build trusted relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
- A collaborative, adaptable, and customer‑focused mindset.
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
This role offers the opportunity to apply your experience in a flexible casual capacity while supporting the delivery of important transport infrastructure projects across Queensland and beyond.
If you enjoy variety, autonomy, and being a valued member of a high‑performing team, we'd love to hear from you.
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Senior Team Administrator, Roads & Highways in Brisbane employer: Surbana Jurong
SMEC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration within a global engineering consultancy. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to employee growth, including access to mentoring and sponsorship programs, SMEC empowers its staff to thrive in their careers while contributing to iconic rail projects across Australia. The inclusive environment fosters diversity and supports work-life balance, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
