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Project Assistant
Competition #: NLH-RE-26-091
Status: Permanent
Location: St. John’s
Our employees are at the heart of what we do. We’re looking for passionate and performance focused people – people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.
Key Responsibilities:
In this role you will be responsible for performing support duties such as recording, tracking, attesting and circulating invoices for approval and monitoring the payment of vendor invoices through JDE - Accounts Payable; assisting with monthly accruals and capital project close out activities. You will support procurement activities by tracking materials, preparing purchase requisitions and change orders, as required. And will be responsible for database management and performing other technical tasks to ensure that all project support functions are run in an effective and efficient fashion.
You will be responsible for on-boarding orientation, set-up and coordination of training for employees, students and contractors and oversee floor space requirements of the division. You will perform administrative support duties including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, records management, etc. and initiate, plan and coordinate divisional meetings.
What We’re Looking For:
You must be organized, with attention to detail, and have the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities. You have good oral and written communication skills, strong organizational skills and the ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships. You can work independently, showing initiative to continually improve your skills and knowledge, but you are also a strong team player.
What You’ll Need:
You’ve graduated from a recognized office administration program, undergraduate degree or equivalent and have a minimum of two (2)years experience in an engineering environment. Experience in office management would be an asset.
You must be proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, email and calendaring tools, integrating text, graphics, and tables between software packages. Must have working knowledge of JD Edwards; specifically financial modules and work order tracking.
CLOSING DATE: July 6, 2026
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Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is the people’s utility that you can count on – providing safe, cost-conscious, reliable electricity while harnessing sustainable energy opportunities to benefit the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they’re part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger. There’s lots to learn at www.nlhydro.com
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Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
