Strong company culture and friendly team
About the roleWe're looking for a friendly and organised Receptionist and Office Administrator to join our Adelaide Head Office team.
As one of the first people our visitors and employees see, you'll play an important part in creating a welcoming and professional office environment.
It's a varied role where no two days are quite the same.
You'll keep our front office running smoothly, support our people with day-to-day administration and help coordinate the many activities that bring our office together.
Please note: This is a full-time, office-based role located at our Adelaide Head Office and is offered as an initial 12-month maximum-term contract.
What you will be involved with
Creating a warm and professional welcome for visitors and managing incoming callsKeeping our reception, meeting rooms and shared spaces organised and running smoothlySupporting meeting room bookings, catering, office supplies and general office requirementsAssisting with new starter onboarding, travel and accommodation, expenses and other administrationProviding administrative support to our senior leaders when requiredHelping coordinate office events, social activities and other initiatives that bring our people togetherSupporting local workplace health, safety and security requirements
What we'd like from you
Experience in reception, office administration, customer service or a similar people-focused roleStrong communication and organisational skillsA friendly, helpful approach and confidence engaging with people at all levelsThe ability to manage changing priorities and respond to requests as they ariseConfidence using Microsoft Office and everyday business systemsA willingness to pitch in, take initiative and be part of the wider office teamAustralian Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA security clearanceAbility to travel as required
Life at Nova - it all adds up!
With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work,



champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter.
Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.
Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are:
Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks.
Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeksDress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trustReward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and moreEmployee Assistance Program: for employees and family membersWell-being Hub with access to health and fitness contentAccess to Defence Health and Travel InsuranceFree Flu Vaccination annuallyAn inclusive, collaborative, and supportive cultureSocial activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari - we don't like to take ourselves too seriously!
Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference.
Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests.




To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation, please visit our website.
VETERAN
Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program.
We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply.
Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements.
No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application.
We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate.
ITAR
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
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About Nova
Nova Systems is Australia's largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach.
We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in creative ways.
We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety.
We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.
For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective.
From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve.
We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.
But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people.
Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate.
At Nova Systems, we see things differently.
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📌 Receptionist And Office Administrator (Adelaide)
🏢 Nova Systems
📍 Adelaide