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Administrative Assistant - 12 Week Contract

Winnipeg, MB
Mid Level
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Fixed term contract

About the role

12-Week Contract - LOA Coverage

JOB DESCRIPTION

This job will conduct a wide range of administrative functions, including but not limited to reviewing time entry, data entry, and reporting. This position is a 12-week contract with the possibility of extension.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure employees' files are up to date
  • Sourcing and booking hotels for employees
  • Ordering supplies, coordinating office procedures, and assisting with data entry
  • Provides general administrative including preparation of reports, announcements, meeting minutes, and document distribution
  • Reviewing and adjusting time entry.
  • Review training needs; schedules and coordinates training courses with internal and external training providers; maintains attendance records and all documentation related to the training
  • Monitors and updates Drivers Abstracts in DATS
  • Performs other related duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
  • Exceptional customer service focus, with excellent communication skills for dealing with a wide range of individuals
  • Excellent organizational, follow-through and workload planning skills.
  • Must be able to manage multiple priorities while adhering to processes and deadlines
  • Independent and self-motivated, with the ability to take the initiative in liaising with other departments and/or external resources
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Works independently, yet strong team player

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Requires advanced computer skills including all Microsoft 365 programs and ability to quickly learn multiple software systems.
  • Strong data entry and record keeping skills required
  • Experience in an Administrative position is preferred

About Universal Rail Systems

Rail Transportation
1001-5000

At Universal Rail Systems, our work is getting and keeping Canada's railway operators in motion - safely and sustainably. We work coast-to-coast, in every sector served by rail, and on any size project. Universal Rail Systems offers a seamless suite of services that together, deliver integrated turn-key solutions to our customers. Our full range of solutions include:

TRACK CONSTRUCTION SWITCHING & SHORT LINES FLAGGING AND TRACK PROTECTION INSPECTION SERVICES SIGNALS & COMMUNICATIONS MATERIALS & SUPPLY EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS SUPPORT CERTIFIED CAR INSPECTIONS AND RAILCAR REPAIR

Our commitment is service excellence and offering our clients exceptional value.