Office and Research Assistant - Part Time (Hybrid)

Hardie Pacific Pty Ltd is a privately owned company with a dynamic portfolio that includes strategic minerals exploration, carbon dioxide removal, natural hydrogen exploration, fusion technology, and other new areas of investment. Our fast-paced dynamic business is based in Sydney and is active across the Asian Pacific region. We are seeking a well-rounded tech savvy individual to handle office support and researching new areas of portfolio interest. This role is part time to start, with the ability to turn into a full-time position for a proven candidate.

Responsibilities:

As part of the small entrepreneurial team, you will report to and work closely with the Managing Director on tasks including:

Geology data management (collecting, organizing, storing, maintaining, and analyzing geological and otherTo discuss data)

Filing and retrieving corporate records, documents, and reports (both physically and electronically) to maintain and improve business workflow and operations.

Periodical updating of the company website using WordPress.

Writing proposals for newsletters and website updates

Online research for new projects using google search and AI tools

Basic bookkeeping using Xero

General office support including travel arrangements, meeting notes and other business and household matters.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess the following experience and skill sets;

Be based in Sydney, with the ability to work in the Eastern Suburbs office three or more days per week when needed.

Excellent communication and collaborative skills, with fluency in written and spoken English.

Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly grasp new ideas, concepts, and industries.

A tech savvy individual who is familiar with Microsoft products, G Suite, video interviewing platforms, and emerging AI tools.

Demonstrated initiative and capability to work independently, as well as within a team environment.

Prior experience working in a small private company office is preferred.

Proactively monitors emerging trends in technology and global industries.

Some understanding of geology or earth sciences is ideal, with the desire to learn more about this.

Australian Citizenship or rights to work in Australia is needed.