Administration Assistant - Gunnedah Open Cuts

Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

 
Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

About The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Whitehaven Coal as a Part Time Administrative Assistant, where you will provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support at Werris Creek Mine 3 days a week. This all-round role will see you contributing to the smooth functioning of key departments of the mine during Rehabilitation stages.

The successful applicant for the position will either reside in the Gunnedah region or be willing to relocate. Relocation Packages available. 

What You’ll Do

• Accurately input accounting data into Pulse software.
• Process and reconcile accounts, ensuring timely input for payments.
• Confidentially file commercial correspondence and information in line with company policies.
• Assist the Operations Manager with a range of administrative tasks, including document preparation and report generation.
• Provide support for accounts payable, payroll, and purchasing functions during leave periods or high workload times.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in clerical and administrative roles (essential).
• Qualifications in Office Administration (Cert III or IV) (desirable).
• Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, including payroll and accounts payable/receivable.
• Experience using Pulse software and/or CRM systems.

Why Whitehaven Coal? 

• Permanent role | Part Time (3 days a week)
• Career development, mentorship and coaching
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Full relocation packages available
• Access to salary packaging including novated leasing

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

Whitehaven Coal is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment

Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
 

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