Trainee Administration Assistant

Cougar is an Australian owned and based leading equipment manufacturer and services supplier.  We have five locations and over 500 personnel on the eastern coast of Australia providing equipment and services to our major mining customers.  Our five business pillars are Manufacturing, Drilling Services, Hire Equipment, Repairs/Overhauls and Parts. 

About the Role

Your proactive attitude to your traineeship and a driven work ethic will see you as a much-valued employee in line with Cougar's Values and ‘can do' attitude.  You will value this rare opportunity to gain a Certificate III in Business Administration over a 12-month period and will commit to the competencies and learning plan for the duration of the traineeship.

You will have the motivation to build your career and a willingness to uphold and practice Cougar's performance requirements, be a solid team player with great communication skills and will be available to work Monday to Friday each week during normal business hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to meet Cougar's facilities and operational needs, ensuring a high attention to detail.

• Assist with enquiries and requests from internal and external customers in an efficient and courteous manner.

• Coordinate and organise all travel requests in relation to the business and employee uniforms.

• Organise the administration aspects of fleet vehicles, including registrations, fuel cards, reporting requirements, etc.

• Organise the reconciliation of credit cards.

• Project work and support as required.

• Data entry and record keeping.

• Assist with accounts payable as required

What We're Looking For

A positive and professional attitude in dealing with all customers, consistently projecting a positive image of the Cougar.

• Outstanding organisational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.

• Eligibility to undertake a Certificate III Traineeship in Business Administration.

• Genuine interest in the business administration profession and a commitment to the traineeship.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment, while handling interruptions as part of the routine.

• Attention to detail and the drive to get things ‘right the first time’.

• Strong team player, willing to help out and assist others when needed.

• Self-starter approach to work, with an eagerness to consistently meet and exceed objectives and take on more responsibility.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

If you’re ready to take your skills to the next level with an industry leader, apply today and fuel your career with Cougar