Administrative Assistant (Union) - Coquitlam, BC

Administrative Assistant

Intertek is searching for an Administrative Assistant to join our Special Inspections team in our Coquitlam, BC office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Intertek.

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for supporting the Project Coordinator and Regional Production Manager.

What you’ll do:

Create various documents, spreadsheets, etc.

utilizing Microsoft Office software


* Assist with the analysis of data as required


* Perform various general office duties, including faxing, copying, mailing, filing, etc.


* Research a wide variety of information requests


* Set up conference room(s) for visitors and in-house meetings


* Ensure that general office equipment is functioning in satisfactory condition


* Maintain an adequate stock of general office supplies


* May assist with developing, updating, and/or reviewing local operating procedures and/or work instructions


* Assist with forecasting and month end reports


* Assist with invoice coding and approval


* Assist with coordinating travel arrangements


* Perform standard receptionist duties as required


* Other duties as assigned

What it takes to be successful in this role:


* High school diploma or GED


* Prior experience directly related to the role


* Excellent customer service skills


* Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written format


* Excellent prioritization, organization and time management skills


* Must be detail oriented


* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities


* Ability to analyse and solve problems


* Ability to type quickly and accurately


* Ability to comprehend, analyze, and systematically compile technical, statistical, and/or financial information into comprehensive reports or other formats.


* Ability to plan, organize, and complete a variety of projects within established standards, objectives and time frames


* Microsoft Office software proficiency

Salary & Benefits Information

The hourly rate for this position is $25.16 per hour.

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, RRSP with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek’s Commitment

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts.

With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and profe...