Job Title: Business Support (Admin / Coordinators / Operations) – Temp & Contract Opportunities
Location: Adelaide Wide (Northern, Western & Southern Hubs)
Sectors: Defence, Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Position Type: Temporary, Contract, and Temp-to-Perm
Hourly Rate: Competitive hourly rates + Super (paid weekly)
The Opportunity
South Australia’s Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Defence sectors are absolutely booming. With massive multi-year projects locked in, global primes and local manufacturing champions across Adelaide need adaptive, sharp, and reliable business support professionals to keep their operations moving.
As a specialist recruiter in these sectors, I am building a premier talent pool of contractors and temps who are ready to hit the ground running. Whether you are looking for a short-term gig to fill a gap, a 12-month parental leave cover, or a foot in the door at a top-tier Defence prime, we want to connect with you.
Why contract? It offers exceptional hourly rates, fast-tracked interview processes, flexibility, and the chance to rapidly expand your network with some of the biggest names in the state.
Roles We Regularly Recruit For
We have ongoing requirements for the following contract and temporary positions:
...- Project Administrators & Coordinators - Supporting engineering and defence project teams with scheduling, cost forecasting, and stakeholder communication
- Accounts & Finance Administrators / Coordinators - Managing AP/AR, invoicing, end-of-month reconciliations, and payroll support
- Procurement & Purchasing Administrator - Expediting orders, managing supplier lead times
- Logistics & Dispatch Administrators - Coordinating freight, manifests, and inventory data - Acts as the liaison between the customer and the site workers/drivers, scheduling maintenance or deliveries.
- Executive Assistants & Site Administrators (Supporting leadership on-site or in the corporate office)
- Customer Service & Order Processing Officers (Managing B2B client accounts and heavily focused on order fulfillment and technical support.)
What We Are Looking For
Because our clients operate in fast-paced, highly regulated environments, we look for candidates who bring:
- Agility: The ability to step into a new environment, ask the right questions, and add value from day one.
- System Savvy: Experience with major ERPs (SAP, Pronto, Oracle, Xero) or project tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Project) is a massive plus.
- Industry Context: Previous experience in manufacturing, engineering, heavy industry, or transport gives you a distinct advantage.
- Compliance Ready: Australian Citizenship is highly regarded (and often required for Defence roles to meet ITAR/security clearance requirements). A current National Police Check is essential.
What’s in It for You?
- Access to the "Hidden" Job Market: Many of our temporary and contract roles are filled via our talent pool before they are ever advertised.
- Weekly Pay: Consistent, reliable weekly payroll directly into your account.
- Foot in the Door: A huge percentage of our temporary assignments transition into permanent, long-term careers.
- Dedicated Consultant Support: You’ll have a specialist recruiter managing your placements, checking in regularly, and actively looking for your next gig before your current contract ends.
Ready to Jump In?
If you are an experienced administrator, coordinator, or customer service professional looking for your next contract or temp challenge in Adelaide, let’s talk.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for phone screening. Please apply with a CV in word format. Any queries please contact Chanel Hirons via email on chanel.hirons@randstad.com.au or on 0437491824
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
