Description We are currently recruiting for a Branch Administration Coordinator to join our team. This role has a preferred location of the Southern region of our Operational Footprint. We’re seeking a Branch Administration Coordinator to provide leadership and coordination of the Business Administration team, ensuring high‑quality and consistent administrative support is delivered to field staff and management across Asset and Operations. This role will work closely with the Business Administration Manager to implement improved processes, support change initiatives, and identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency across the division. The Branch Administration Coordinator will also play a key role in coordinating training, supporting financial governance, contract administration, and providing administration support across the full lifecycle of capital and operational programs. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate Business Administration employees across the division to ensure administration support needs are met Drive consistency, efficiency and continuous improvement in administrative processes and work practices Provide comprehensive reporting on team performance to the Business Administration Manager Manage contract administration services across multiple high ‑ value contracts Coordinate financial governance activities, including contractor payment claims and reporting Support full lifecycle project administration for capital and operational programs Coordinate administration support for change management initiatives across Asset and Operations Provide administration support for the closure of CAPEX and OPEX estimates Support routine audits of administration activities and assist in the preparation of supporting documentation Coordinate HR ‑ related activities for Business Administration employees, including performance reviews, coaching, evaluations and time reporting About You The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience leading administrative teams within a large, complex organisation. You will bring strong knowledge of administrative and HR business practices, along with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to drive consistent ways of working. You are highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable working across geographically dispersed teams. Your ability to engage stakeholders, manage competing priorities and support business change will be key to your success in this role. Required Qualifications Diploma of Business Administration or demonstrated equivalent experience. Desirable Qualifications Current Driver’s Licence. Experience and Skills Demonstrated experience in a similar coordination or management role. Strong knowledge of administrative, HR and business support processes in a large organisation. Experience developing and delivering training programs and materials. Proven policy and process development skills to drive continuous improvement. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Excellent planning, time management and organisational skills. Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capability. Well‑developed computer and business systems skills. Why Essential Energy Essential Energy provides employees with a broad range of employee benefits through our corporate partnerships with organisations such as Qantas, Optus, NIB and Mildura Health Fund. You will also gain access to our Health and Wellbeing programs including fitness passport. Visit our employee benefits page for more information. We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women. An energy network doesn’t just keep the lights on… it’s a living network that needs to adapt to new and emerging energy generation technologies while still meeting the energy needs of customers. It requires innovation, commitment, and collaboration to bring people together to solve the energy delivery challenges of the modern world. Your potential will be realised, and you’ll feel a real sense of purpose and satisfaction knowing you have a pivot role to play in delivering the energy of the future to the people who need it today. For further information, please contact Kellie Good on 0427 170 679. Applications close on Monday 26 January 2026 at 11:55pm AEST. Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart. Building a better energy future. Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees. At Essential Energy, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact careers@essentialenergy.com.au or call us on 1800 255 777
