Schedule: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (1-hour unpaid break)
Client Timezone: Melbourne, Australia (AEST/AEDT)
Total Weekly Hours: 40 hours

 

Client Overview

Join a growing construction and property development company making a strong impact in Melbourne’s building industry. The company manages multiple high-value projects and is known for its efficiency, innovation, and use of modern systems. With both local operations and international supply chain connections, this is a great opportunity to gain broad industry experience and grow in a fast-paced, forward-thinking team.

 

This is a great opportunity to support a busy construction business involved in 8+ active projects. You’ll play a key role in keeping things organized and running smoothly—from managing schedules and paperwork to helping with international supply chains. This role starts part-time with a clear path to full-time work, offering excellent growth potential and hands-on experience in Melbourne’s booming construction sector.

 

Responsibilities

• Coordinate emails with tradespeople, consultants, and suppliers
• Handle invoices, track expenses, and manage payment schedules
• Organize and schedule tradespeople across multiple sites
• Maintain digital filing systems sorted by project
• Set meetings and manage calendars for key stakeholders
• Ensure compliance: contracts, accreditations, and safety inductions
• Coordinate overseas supply chain (especially with suppliers in China)
• Review and compare supplier quotes for price and accuracy
• Manage receipts, invoices, and financial records
• Support project managers by handling admin tasks so they can focus on delivery

 

Requirements

• Good understanding of the Australian construction industry (Melbourne experience is a plus)
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Mandarin Chinese fluency is a big advantage (for supplier communication)
• Excellent English communication skills
• Comfortable learning new software and tools
• Experience in fast-paced admin roles, especially across multiple projects
• High attention to detail, especially for compliance and documentation
• Confident coordinating with tradespeople, consultants, and international suppliers

 

Independent Contractor Perks

• HMO coverage for eligible locations
• Permanent work-from-home setup
• Immediate hiring
• Steady freelance job