Talent.com
MDS
Administrative AssistantMDS • Thompson, MB, CA
Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

MDS • Thompson, MB, CA
25 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Administrative Assistant

Temporary contract: August to December (approximately 5 months)

Location: Thompson, Manitoba

Job Description

Working in partnership with Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney, MDS AeroTest operates the GLACIER aircraft engine icing test facility in Thompson, Manitoba. GLACIER is a unique, world-class facility that provides turbofan engine manufactures with a critical capability to conduct ice ingestion certification testing for the next generation of aircraft engines.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Administrative Assistant (Temporary Contract) to join our team. In this role you will be tasked with a myriad of administrative functions. You will work closely with both the General Manager and the Administrative coordinator. As an Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible to liaise with customers, suppliers, visitors and other MDS offices and support all office administrative tasks in accordance with Company procedures.

If you consider yourself to be highly organized but also enjoys variety, this might be the role for you!

What you will be doing:

  • Provide administrative and office management support by being the system / process/procedure owner.
  • Maintain Inventory records and receive logs.
  • Coordinate services with external suppliers and vendors
  • Maintain Visitor and Access Card Register
  • Provide Site Orientation when required
  • Make travel arrangements, such as plane reservations, hotel accommodations, auto rentals as required
  • Organize and assist with staff events
  • Complete special projects and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What will help you succeed:

  • Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience working in a professional business environment
  • Outstanding organizational skills, including the ability to handle changing priorities and to work under pressure with minimum supervision
  • Detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy
  • Proficiency with Microsoft office (outlook, excel, word, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent spelling, grammar, proof-reading, and administrative skills
  • Knowledge of accounting procedures and documentation
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to work overtime if required
  • Must possess a valid driver’s permit and reliable motor vehicle

Who are we looking for?

  • With a keen eye for the finest of details, you plan and organize yourself, establishing an action plan to complete work efficiently and on time by setting priorities when appropriate.
  • You are customer oriented and can meet or exceed expectations while cultivating relationships that secure commitment and trust.
  • You communicate clearly and concisely checking others understanding of information communicated.
  • You can work collaboratively with others to help a team achieve its goals.

Why Join the MDS Team?

  • We live, sleep and breathe our corporate values: We communicate for ENGAGEMENT; We operate as ONE TEAM; We act PROMPTLY and with PURPOSE; We OWN the outcome; We play the LONG GAME
  • No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives. We believe in teamwork. We’re better, together.
  • We strive to foster personal and professional growth by providing all employees with internal career advancement.
Create a job alert for this search

Administrative Assistant • Thompson, MB, CA

Similar jobs

Sales Representative - 60k / Year - Remote

Spade RecruitingThompson, Manitoba
Remote
Full-time
Quick Apply

We’re looking for enthusiastic, self-driven, individuals to assist existing and prospective clients within our organization.This position will work with multiple clients throughout the day pr... Show more

 • Promoted

Unit Supervisor – Thompson

NCN WellnessThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

NCN CFS Amalgamated Sub-Office, Units 12-15, 436 Thompson Drive, Thompson, Manitoba.The Unit Supervisor reports to the Director of Operations and provides support, direction, leadership, and guidan... Show more

 • Promoted

General Duty Medical Laboratory Technologist

Winnipeg Regional Health AuthorityThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

General Duty Medical Laboratory Technologist.Shared Health - Thompson General Hospital.Days;Evenings;Nights;Weekends;Standby coverage as required.Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates th... Show more

 • Promoted

Indigenous Child Welfare Unit Lead

NCN WellnessThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

A community wellness organization in Thompson, Manitoba is seeking a Unit Supervisor to manage a team of case managers.The role involves ensuring compliance with the CFS Act while providing cultura... Show more

 • Promoted

Administrative Assistant Admin Work At Home - Part-Time Online Focus Group Panel

ApexFocusGroupThompson, Canada
Remote
Full-time +2

We're now accepting participants for focus group studies! You can earn up to $750 per week working part-time from home.Simply register to see if you qualify—no experience as an administrative a... Show more

 • Promoted

Complete Online Surveys For Cash (Up to $25/per)

Earn HausThompson, MB, CA
Full-time +1

Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion.You will help influence brand decisions on se... Show more

 • Promoted

Full-Time Justice Program Coordinator

Manitoba Keewatinowi OkimakanakThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time +1

Take on a critical role as Assistant Justice Program Manager with Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak in Thompson, MB.Support the First Nation Justice Strategy through vital administrative tasks.This f... Show more

 • Promoted

Product Support Manager

Toromont CatThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time +1

Toromont Cat is seeking a Product Support Manager to join our team in Thompson, MB.As an essential member of our team, you will be responsible for the integrity, growth and profitability of the Bra... Show more

 • Promoted

Earn Cash From Taking Surveys Online

Earn HausThompson, MB, CA
Full-time +1

Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion.You will help influence brand decisions on se... Show more

 • Promoted

Assistant Justice Program Manager

Manitoba Keewatinowi OkimakanakThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time +1

Assistant Justice Program Manager.Full Time Term Position – March 31, 2027.The Assistant Justice Program Manager will be responsible for performing a wide variety of administrative and coordination... Show more

 • Promoted

Survey Taker: Earn up to $25 per survey (Remote)

Earn HausThompson, MB, CA
Remote
Full-time +1

Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion.You will help influence brand decisions on se... Show more

 • Promoted

Mobile Crisis Response Team Member (2 Positions)

Manitoba Keewatinowi OkimakanakThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

Mobile Crisis Response Team Member (2 Positions).Under the direction of the Program Manager, the MCRT Member will be responsible for providing rapid crisis intervention and support in remote/isolat... Show more

 • Promoted

General Duty Medical Laboratory Technologist

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA)Thompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

Under the general supervision of the Charge or designate, the General Duty Medical Laboratory Technologist is responsible for clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples according to establi... Show more

 • Promoted

2026 Opportunités futures, Techniciens au Manitoba, Bell MTS

Bell CanadaThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

Opportunités futures, Techniciens au Manitoba, Bell MTS.Chez Bell, notre raison d’être est de transformer la façon dont les Canadiens communiquent entre eux et avec le reste du monde.Nous y parveno... Show more

 • Promoted

Pharmacy Manager

Winnipeg Regional Health AuthorityThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:.Already a Manitoba health-care employee?.If you are a current Manitoba health-care employee looking for new opportunities, please click on the button... Show more

 • Promoted

Community Safety Officer

Thompson Economic Diversification GroupThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

The City of Thompson invites qualified applicants to submit a resume for consideration for the full‑time position of Community Safety Officer.Enforce bylaws passed by Council and appointed statutes... Show more

 • Promoted

Autobody Repair Technician NOC code 72411

TwinmotorsthepasThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

We are seeking our next great team member to join our team as an Autobody Repair Technician.You have a customer-centric approach to all duties and interactions is a must.You are an organized, team ... Show more

 • Promoted

2026 Future Opportunities, Technician Roles in Manitoba, Bell MTS

Bell CanadaThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

Select how often to receive alerts (in days): Create alert.Future Opportunities, Technician Roles in Manitoba, Bell MTS.At Bell, our purpose is to advance how Canadians connect with each other and ... Show more

 • Promoted

Wireless Sales Associate - 3102 Thompson

OSL Retail Services Inc.Thompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time +1

Wireless Sales Associate | Full-Time | Thompson, MB.OSL is a dynamic, people-driven company providing outsourced sales services.We celebrate unique and energetic people that work together to delive... Show more

 • Promoted

General Duty Medical Laboratory Technologist

Shared Health-Soins CommunsThompson, Division No. 22, CA
Full-time

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba.The organization also delivers some province-wide health... Show more