Knauf began as an idea from two brothers and has grown into a global industry leader spanning 90 countries, multiple brands and with more than 41,500 employees worldwide. Through our people and state-of-the-art plants, we produce high-performing solutions ranging from drywall systems, plasters and insulating materials all the way to external thermal insulation composite systems. Whatever your challenge, we are there with you each step of the way to help you to constantly improve how you build.

About the role:

Knauf has an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Administrator to join our Engineering team based in Port Melbourne, VIC. The role is a department support role, with responsibilities including; purchasing, invoice management, vendor relationships, purchasing records, site inductions, maintaining department KPI’s, assisting with maintenance schedules and scheduling, assisting with work order management.

The role is a vital link in the department and works very closely with Engineers, supervisors and tradespeople.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide general clerical work to assure the smooth operation of the Engineering and Maintenance Departments including filing, photocopying, faxing, printing and posting of notices
• Assist with and/or prepare materials such as Work Orders / SWMS’s
• Compile information such as identification of items, costs, vendor, freight charges, etc. for purchasing of all maintenance materials
• Liaise with vendors in regard to credit account, statements, invoices etc.
• Maintain all files and inventory records of all orders placed and received, including delivery time
• Purchase of parts and control of invoice receipting & assist with maintenance work scheduling
• Communicate maintenance work schedules to stakeholders
• Print and issue Work Orders to relevant supervisors
• Assist with stocktake administration work
• Perform other office-based duties in support of the Engineering and Maintenance Department and for the needs of the Business

Candidate requirements:

• Ability to maintain complex records and to assemble and organise data
• High level of computer competency. Knowledge in MS Office suit essential
• SAP experience highly regarded
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Knowledge and understanding of purchasing, invoicing, receiving
• Must be efficient and organized & Must be able to work autonomously
• Ability to engage in further training as required for general role responsibilities and/or per the needs of the Business

Why join Knauf:

• Competitive Salary package (base + super)
• Yearly pay review
• 14-week Parental Leave (Primary Carer)
• High organic internal growth promoted within
• Modern office technology

Knauf values and is committed to creating a diverse working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of the recruitment process successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical and police clearance.