Location: Ballina, NSW (Hybrid: Office & Work from Home)
Hours: Full-time, 38 hours/week (Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About Barden Constructions

Barden Constructions is a trusted local builder based in Ballina, NSW. We specialise in insurance building works, servicing residential, commercial, and government clients across the Northern Rivers and greater NSW region.

With over seven years of experience, our team is known for quality workmanship, fast turnaround times, and clear, honest communication. From urgent make-safes to full rebuilds, we work closely with insurers and clients to deliver reliable outcomes—often during challenging circumstances.

At Barden, we keep things straightforward, support one another, and take pride in doing what we say we’ll do. If you’re looking to be part of a down-to-earth, supportive team with a strong local reputation and genuine pride in their work, Barden Constructions could be the perfect fit for you.

The Role

We’re on the lookout for a proactive and reliable Administration Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of our busy construction team. Ideally, you’ll have some exposure to the insurance or construction industries—particularly insurance building administration—but above all, we’re looking for someone with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a solid work ethic.

Key Responsibilities

Manage job files and project documentation

Draft clear, professional emails to clients, subcontractors, and insurers

Liaise with clients, insurance companies, and internal team members

Maintain accurate records and assist with job tracking

Assist with scheduling, project timelines, and workflow coordination

Support data entry and basic financial administration

Keep compliance and quoting document templates up to date

Provide general administrative support to the director and wider team

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves:

Confident communicator with good written English

Able to manage digital documents and cloud-based systems (e.g. Google Drive, Gmail)

Detail-focused and organised

Reliable, self-motivated, and ready to learn

Nice-to-Haves:

Previous experience in insurance building or construction administration

Familiarity with Xero, quoting tools, or building contracts

Experience with Crunchwork (helpful but not essential)