ANSTO

Project & Business Admin Officer

ANSTO  •  $42.33 - $46.35/hr  •  Sydney, AU / Parramatta, AU (Onsite)  •  13 days ago
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Job Description

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

  • Help us deliver work we’re proud of by keeping our projects organised and moving!
  • Temporary full-time opportunity up to June 2027 (35 hours/5 days per week)
  • NSW office located in Parramatta with flexible working supported
  • Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $84,659.00 to $92,701.00 (Clerk Grade 3/4)

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Project and Business Admin Officer offers a great opportunity for someone who already has solid experience in coordination or administration and is ready to step into a space with more ownership and visibility. You’ll support the team by preparing reports and briefs, coordinating resources, maintaining documentation, and helping keep project plans moving in line with scope, time, budget, and quality expectations. You’ll also play a key role in ensuring information is accurate, accessible, and compliant – work that strengthens decision‑making and underpins successful project delivery. It’s a role where you can deepen your project capability while contributing to meaningful outcomes every day.

You’ll balance competing priorities, tight deadlines, and the need for accuracy, which will stretch your organisational skills and sharpen your judgment. You’ll build strong relationships across the organisation and gain exposure to how projects operate end‑to‑end, giving you a clear pathway to grow your career. The ideal candidate brings confidence in their foundational skills, a proactive mindset, and a genuine interest in developing further. If you enjoy being the person who brings structure, clarity, and reliability to a busy team – and you’re looking for a role that will grow with you – this could be the job for you!

For more information read the full Role Description: Project and Business Admin Officer

What you will bring to the role

  • Clear, confident communication skills that help turn project information into practical, easy‑to‑understand updates.
  • A thoughtful, analytical approach that helps you spot issues early and support good decision‑making.
  • The ability to juggle competing priorities and still deliver work that’s accurate, organised, and on time.
  • A collaborative way of working and the confidence to build strong relationships across different teams and stakeholders.
  • A sharp eye for detail when preparing reports, briefings, and maintaining project documentation.
  • Flexibility to adapt as projects shift and evolve, while staying focused on what needs to get done.
  • Initiative to offer ideas, improve processes, and contribute to smoother, smarter ways of working.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday, 6 July 2026 at 11:55PM Should you require further information about the role please contact Oliver Gao, Manager Finance and Business Services on oliver.gao@olg.nsw.gov.au

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Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

ANSTO

About ANSTO

ANSTO is one of Australia’s largest public research organisations and custodian of much of our country’s important science infrastructure, including the OPAL nuclear research reactor, the Australian Synchrotron, accelerators, cyclotrons and neutron beam instruments.

More than 1000 scientists, engineers and experts work at ANSTO to answer the significant environmental, medical and industrial questions using nuclear techniques.

ANSTO’s international collaborations, including partnerships with the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), ensure Australian scientists are connected to a global network of experts and research projects.

As part of enabling a strong national collaborative network, ANSTO is connected with all Australian and New Zealand universities through the Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE), providing researchers access to Australia’s nuclear science, technology and engineering expertise and landmark infrastructure.

On average, ANSTO accommodates over 1800 visiting researchers from other Australian and international research organisations each year.

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Industry
Biotech & Life Sciences
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Lucas Heights, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
gov.au
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