Posted 9 days ago
Administrative Assistant Contract 3 months
@ Emterra Group
Surrey, British Columbia
Overview
Emterra Group is hiring an Administrative Assistant on a 3-month contract to organize, review and maintain documents and records in support of its Metro Vancouver waste management operations. The work centres on sorting, scanning, filing and entering data, including collating field data on about 2,300 properties.
Pay:
$25 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Sort, organize and categorize documents and paperwork
- Scan, upload, rename and save documents in electronic folders
- Enter and update data in spreadsheets, databases and internal systems
- Identify missing documentation and follow up
- Support preparation of reports and summaries
Requirements summary:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Good data entry skills with a focus on accuracy
- Ability to manage repetitive tasks and meet deadlines
- Previous administrative or clerical experience is an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-29
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Administrative |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
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Emterra Group
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Transforming waste into resources
Full company description
Emterra Group is a family-owned, Canadian leader in recycling & waste management, serving industrial, commercial, residential and municipal customers in Canada and the USA. We partner with customers to realize the full “worth” of waste by diverting garbage from landfills and turning it into valuable resources. Our suite of recycling & waste management services allows our customers to meet their Zero Waste, corporate sustainability and environmental impact goals. Emterra Group offers innovative and comprehensive waste & recycling solutions that increase waste diversion while delivering cost savings. With 1000 employees, a fleet of 500+ trucks, and 20 recycling plant and office locations, the Emterra Group of companies consists of: Emterra Environmental & Emterra Environmental USA – Provides waste audit, collections, waste disposal, recyclables processing and commodities marketing services in British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario and Michigan. Emterra Tire Recycling – Collects and recycles used, discarded and un-saleable tires, recovering 100% of tire materials. This facility serves Ontario. Canadian Liquids Processors Ltd. – The only recycling facility of its kind in Canada, CLP provides confidential and secure liquid recycling and product destruction services for un-saleable consumable liquids, food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Wastes are converted into ethanol and renewable energy while recycling 100% of all packaging. CLP serves businesses Canada-wide.
- LinkedIn followers
- 8,698
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 645
- Reported office locations
- 567 Michigan Dr, Oakville, Ontario L6L 0G4, CA
- 6362 148th Street, Surrey, British Columbia V3S 3C4, CA
- 15 Biggar Avenue, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 3Z3, CA
- 8 Bramwin Court, Brampton, Ontario L6T 5G2, CA
- 132 Riverside Dr, North Vancouver District, BC V7H 1T9, CA
- Other recorded names
- Emterra Group
- Specialties
- Recycling
- Waste Diversion
- Zero Waste
- Waste Management
- and circular economy
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Emterra Group is a family-owned, Canadian leader in recycling & waste management, serving industrial, commercial, residential and municipal customers in Canada and the USA. We partner with customers to realize the full “worth” of waste by diverting garbage from landfills and turning it into valuable resources. Our suite of recycling & waste management services allows our customers to meet their Zero Waste…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Environmental Services |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Oakville, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1976 |
| Specialties | RecyclingWaste DiversionZero WasteWaste Managementand circular economy |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 65 |
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Who We Are
Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organizations have been deemed essential services by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and detail-oriented team member to support our growing operations and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC), and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).
We are currently seeking an Administrative Data Coordinator to support our waste management operations in Metro Vancouver. This role will be responsible for collating, verifying, and reporting data collected by our Field Data Collection Assistants across approximately 2,300 properties. Your work will directly contribute to improving service efficiency and optimizing waste management processes.
Job Description
The Administrative Assistant will provide general administrative support, with a primary focus on organizing, sorting, reviewing, and maintaining documents and records.
Key responsibilities include:
Sort, organize, and categorize documents and paperwork.
Review documents to ensure information is complete and properly organized.
Scan, upload, rename, and save documents in designated electronic folders.
Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems.
Enter and update information in spreadsheets, databases, and internal systems.
Identify missing or incomplete documentation and follow up as required.
Assist with general data entry and administrative tasks.
Support the preparation of reports, summaries, and other documentation.
Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role is an asset.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Comfortable working with electronic documents, spreadsheets, and filing systems.
Good data entry skills with a focus on accuracy.
Ability to manage repetitive tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
Are you organized, detail-oriented, and ready to support a growing team? If so, apply now!
Are you ready to contribute to environmental solutions and support the success of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers? If so, apply now!
Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status
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