WSP in Africa

Business Support Administrator

WSP in Africa  •  $65k - $70k/yr  •  Perth, AU (Hybrid)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

What if you could work in a place full of opportunity, where every day brings new ways to grow?

With us, you can.

We’re looking for a Business Support Administrator to join our Perth office on a six‑month fixed‑term, full‑time contract, with the possibility of extension to support parental leave coverage.

Reporting to the Business Support Team Manager, you’ll be part of a national team providing high-quality administrative support to consultants across our Business Groups and through our online Business Support Centre.

We offer hybrid work on a 37.5 hour timesheet weekly.

What You’ll Do

  • Support project engineers and scientists with day-to-day administration.
  • Produce and format high-quality documents within required timeframes.
  • Review and proofread non-technical documents for accuracy and compliance.
  • Assist with tender submissions, including CVs, certificates, and client reports.
  • Coordinate and contribute to team meetings (e.g. minute-taking, follow-ups).
  • Support with credit card reconciliations, timesheets, expenses, POs, and invoice coding.
  • Help onboard new starters (e.g. access passes, workstations).
  • Organise travel, medicals, inductions, and training bookings.
  • Perform data entry tasks, including soil/rock log inputs.
  • Promote a culture of collaboration, safety, quality, and client service.

About You

We’re looking for a proactive, tech-savvy administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting a high-performing team.

You’ll bring:

  • 2+ years of experience in office or team administration.
  • Previous industry experience an advantage
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with Office 365 tools (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) is a plus.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • A self-starter mindset with a collaborative spirit.
  • A commitment to quality, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.

Why Choose WSP?

At WSP, you’ll join a supportive, collaborative environment where your contribution is valued and your development is encouraged. We offer more than just a role — we offer a place to build a meaningful and lasting career.

What we offer:

  • Competitive remuneration and flexibility
    This role offers a salary band of $65k – $70k total package (inclusive of superannuation), along with flexible working arrangements to support balance between work and life.

  • Supportive and inclusive culture
    You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, diverse perspectives, and open communication, where you’re encouraged to bring your whole self to work.
  • Career development and progression
    Access to ongoing learning opportunities, internal mobility, and exposure to a broad range of teams and stakeholders across WSP’s national and global network.
  • Stability and structure
    WSP is a global consultancy with long-term project pipelines, providing job security and consistency, something highly valued in support roles.

Here, you’ll find more than just a position — you’ll find a workplace where you can grow, feel supported, and make a genuine impact.

Ready to take the next step?
If you’re looking for a supportive team, meaningful work, and the opportunity to grow your career with a global organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey with WSP.

WSP in Africa

About WSP in Africa

We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.

From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, we operate in over 50 countries and employ approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers.​

Operating from South Africa, and with a team of over 650+ we deliver innovative projects across sectors: Transport & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Water, Power & Energy and Mining & Metals.​

Visit us at https://www.wsp.com/en-ZA/

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
1885
Website
wsp.com
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