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Admin Assistant (Electrical Services)

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Job Title: Admin Assistant

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm Tasmania Time with 1 hour unpaid lunch break

About Us

We are an established electrical services company in Launceston, Tasmania, modernizing our operations. With a team of 8-10 tradespeople, including 2 apprentices, we handle 250-300 jobs per month, primarily in service and maintenance. We're seeking a detail-oriented Admin Assistant to support our skilled electricians and streamline back-office processes.

Role Overview

As our Virtual Administrative Assistant, you'll manage invoicing, customer communications, and job scheduling. Working with industry software, you'll play a key role in improving the efficiency and growth of our business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Invoicing and Financial Management
    • Manage invoicing for 250-300 jobs monthly, ensuring timely preparation
    • Audit job data for completeness
    • Edit technician notes, verify labor hours, and assist with financial reporting
  • Data Collection and Management
    • Organize technician job reports
    • Ensure all job details are captured (time spent, actions, materials, photos)
    • Manage technician reporting and data systems
  • Customer Communication and Support
    • Handle customer inquiries via phone, email, and SMS
    • Schedule service appointments and follow up on quotes
    • Manage after-hours call routing and emergency dispatching
  • Asset Management
    • Maintain the company’s asset management system (Simpro)
    • Track vehicle and equipment maintenance schedules
  • Process Improvement and Documentation
    • Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
    • Streamline back-office processes to support company growth
  • Scheduling and Dispatching
    • Optimize job schedules for technicians
    • Manage scheduling changes due to emergencies or client requests
Requirements

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Simpro or strong ability to learn
  • Experience with 3CX or similar VoIP systems
  • Familiarity with ClickSend or similar SMS tools
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • High level of organization and attention to detail
  • Customer service and administrative experience
  • Basic understanding of bookkeeping principles
  • Ability to adapt to new technologies

Nice to Have

  • Experience in the electrical industry
  • Knowledge of Australian business practices
  • Familiarity with job costing and asset management

Personal Attributes

  • Proactive problem-solver
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Empathetic when handling customer inquiries
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate with a remote team
  • Flexibility to handle after-hours emergencies when needed