Admin Assistant

Lackon is a project, construction and client-side management consultancy delivering infrastructure, disaster recovery and engineering services across Queensland and New South Wales. We partner with local councils, government agencies and industry stakeholders to deliver practical solutions that support regional and local communities.

As our business continues to grow, we're looking for an enthusiastic and organised Administration Officer to join our team. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who enjoys helping others, learning new skills, and working in a busy office environment.

As an Administration Officer at Lackon, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth operation of our business. Working closely with the Finance and Operations Manager, you'll assist with a variety of administrative tasks across HR, finance, marketing, office management and team support functions.

This role is ideal for someone who is organised, proactive and looking to build a long-term career in administration within a growing infrastructure consultancy.

HR & People Support

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities

• Liaise with new employees and support the employee experience

• Order uniforms, business cards and other employee resources

• Assist with general HR administration

Finance & Operations

• Provide administrative support to the Finance and Operations Manager

• Assist with business operations and process improvements

• Support reporting and record management activities

Marketing & Events

• Coordinate with suppliers for design, printing and promotional materials

• Assist with internal and external events

• Support marketing initiatives and company communications

Office & Facilities Management

• Manage office supplies, stationery, consumables and kitchen stock

• Organise catering, groceries, morning teas and team events

• Liaise with IT providers regarding laptops and equipment

• Coordinate with A/V suppliers to support meeting room functionality

Fleet Coordination

• Schedule servicing, maintenance, detailing and repairs for pool vehicles

• Maintain fleet records and documentation

• Track bookings and update shared calendars to ensure visibility across the team

Travel Support

• Provide backup travel booking and administration support

• Coordinate flights, accommodation and travel logistics

• Ensure travel arrangements are accurate and cost-effective

General Administration

• Prepare, format and maintain professional documents

• Manage filing systems and business records

• Handle correspondence and general office administration

• Assist with maintaining and updating ISO compliance documentation

At Lackon, we value people who are:

• Humble – team-focused, respectful and open to learning

• Hungry – motivated, proactive and willing to take initiative

• Smart – strong communicators who build positive relationships

We're looking for someone who is organised, resourceful and dependable, with a genuine desire to contribute to a growing business.

You will bring:

• 1+ years' experience in administration, customer service or office support, or a strong willingness to learn.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

• Excellent organisational and time management skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

• A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to support a variety of business functions

• Current Australian Driver Licence

Experience within construction, engineering, consulting or local government environments will be highly regarded but is not essential.

• On-the-job training and mentoring

• Exposure to a broad range of business functions

• A supportive, collaborative and values-driven team culture

• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

• The chance to contribute to a growing and dynamic consultancy making a difference in communities across Queensland and New South Wales

To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for the role.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.