We are seeking an Administration Manager to support the day to day running of our Sydney office, acting as the welcoming face of the business and a trusted support to our General Manager and CEO. This is a varied, hands on role that includes reception, office coordination, light finance administration and executive support.

As the heart of the office, you will keep things running smoothly, support a team of busy professionals and build strong, genuine relationships across the business. You’ll enjoy being organised, dependable and across the detail, taking pleasure in creating a well run and welcoming environment. This role will suit someone who values stability, enjoys a steady rhythm to their work and is looking to contribute to a supportive team over the long term.

About Seymour Whyte:

We are a successful civil contracting business that has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

About the Role:

• Diary management for multiple executive leaders including CEO and GM of Central and National Region
• Event Management/Coordination when required.
• Management of the office including reception duties, meeting rooms, kitchen, mail and office maintenance.
• Coordinate local corporate travel, hire car and accommodation arrangements.
• Some financial administration including data entry.
• Coordinate the reconciliation of corporate credit cards.
• Provide customer service to clients and internal Stakeholders.

About you:

• Demonstrated experience supporting senior leaders in an administrative or office management role
• Trusted in handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Experience preparing clear, accurate reports for leadership teams and key meetings
• Strong organisational skills with experience managing travel, diaries and competing priorities
• Comfortable coordinating team events and contributing to a positive office environment
• Practical problem solver who can support site teams and external stakeholders with day-to-day queries
• Clear and friendly communication skills, both written and verbal

Seymour Whyte benefits

• Salary continuance insurance support
• Competitive remuneration with regular market reviews to ensure fair and equitable pay
• Generous bonus programs that recognise strong performance and business outcomes
• An employee share program, offering the opportunity to invest in the long‑term success of the business
• Workplace banking benefits and financial wellbeing support to help manage your finances with confidence
• Purchased leave options, allowing you to increase your annual leave when life demands greater flexibility
• Travel benefits through preferred suppliers, including accommodation and car hire savings
• Lifestyle, fitness and wellness offers that support a healthy balance inside and outside of work
• Health and wellbeing support, including confidential access to professional counselling services
• Leadership development programs designed to build capability at every career stage
• Employee recognition and awards programs that acknowledge individual and team contributions

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans.

Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

Reference code: (494897)

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.