Administrative assistant jobs in Canada (2,277 jobs)

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Counted Nov 6, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,277
Employers: 1,151

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $26.99Across 341 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $53,271Across 107 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%7 listings
Hybrid: 13%293 listings
On-site: 86%1,969 listings

Not specified: <1% (8 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (71), City of Saint John (56), MNP (41).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Technical & Administrative Assistant - NETE
Weir Minerals
Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
Weir Marine Engineering is currently looking for a Technical & Administrative Assistant for the naval Combat and Control Systems (CCS) section. This permanent position based in Dartmouth…
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Administrative Assistant
Defence Construction Canada
Winnipeg, MB
…enjoys supporting teams behind the scenes? We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide exceptional administrative and operational support while helping ensure the smooth…
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Administrative Assistant, People and Culture - Bilingual (EN/FR)
Miller Thomson LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant, Neonatology and Pediatric Critical Care - Permanent Full-Time
CHEO
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the Divisions of Neonatology and Pediatric Critical Care.
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Administrative Assistant
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Part-time
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Technical & Administrative Assistant - NETE
Weir
Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
Weir Marine Engineering is currently looking for a Technical & Administrative Assistant for the naval Combat and Control Systems (CCS) section. This permanent position based in Dartmouth…
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Admin Assistant / Front Desk Coordinator (Full-Time)
Open Door Media CA
Kingston, ON
- $22 to $23 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
Defence Construction Canada
NS
…Defence. We are currently recruiting an enthusiastic and motivated Administrative Assistant to support our Halifax…
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Office Administrative Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Moosomin, SK
Job Description: Provides a wide range of administrative support and coordination of clerical/financial services to a variety
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Bilingual Administrative Assistant
IPH Limited
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
We are seeking a bilingual Administrative Assistant to join our HR team at IPH Canadian Services in Ottawa or Montréal.
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Word/Data Processing Clerk III - Administrative Assistant - The Online Reporting Unit – ECOMD
City of Edmonton
AB
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Administrative Assistant, Neonatology and Pediatric Critical Care - Permanent Full-Time (1.0)
CHEO
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant (Entry Level)
Evertz Microsystems Limited
Burlington, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a reliable, organized, and proactive Administrative Assistant to join our team. Administrators are vital to the success of our business model, playing a key role in both…
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Administrative Assistant, People and Culture - Bilingual (EN/FR)
Miller Thomson
Toronto, ON
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Administrative Assistant - Real Estate Debt
QuadReal Property Group
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
MNP
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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administrative assistant
ARCHITECTURE PANEL Inc.
White Rock, BC
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant I - Ophthalmology Office
University Health Network
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
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Administrative Assistant to the Chair
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant, Food & Beverage
MLSE (Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership)
Toronto, ON · Scotiabank Arena
- Part-time
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MA
Collections Administrative Assistant
MLT Aikins LLP
Bratt's Lake No. 129, SK
- Full-time
Job Title: Collections Administrative Assistant
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Administrative Assistant
Jobright.ai
Canada
- Full-time
Jobright is an AI-powered job search agent that guides and simplifies the job search process. The Administrative Assistant provides organized support for team coordination, records and…
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2627-199 - Administrative Assistant (OA13) - A'Paqt Project - Strait Area Campus - Designated
Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC
Port Hawkesbury, NS
- Temporary
Administrative Assistant 3 (OA13) - A'Paqt Project
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Administrative Assistant - Real Estate Debt
QuadReal Property Group
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant/Kettle Coordinator
The Salvation Army in Canada
Parksville, BC
- Part-time

Weir

Technical & Administrative Assistant - NETE

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Jan 1, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 7, 2026

Original job description

Technical & Administrative Assistant - NETE
Weir Canada, Inc.
Dartmouth, NS, Canada
Permanent Full-time, Onsite/Remote work
[CCS26-32]

About the role

Weir Marine Engineering is currently looking for a Technical & Administrative Assistant for the naval Combat and Control Systems (CCS) section. This permanent position based in Dartmouth (NS) consists of providing technical and administrative support to the section and particularly to the Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC) project support team.

What we do at Weir

Since 1953, Weir has operated and managed the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE), a Department of National Defence (DND) facility located in LaSalle, with operations in Halifax, Lévis, Victoria, and Ottawa-Gatineau. More than 460 Weir employees currently support the Royal Canadian Navy and DND by providing specialized testing and evaluation services across a wide range of technical disciplines. This strong foundation in engineering excellence, innovation, and mission-critical support reflects Weir’s broader commitment to solving complex challenges across industries worldwide.

Today, Weir is a global leader in mining technology, helping customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and sustainably. As the world transitions to renewable energy, Weir works alongside mining companies to move less rock, use less energy, conserve water, and reduce waste, driving smarter, more sustainable mining practices for the future.

Learn more about us: http://www.global.weir/services/marine-engineering/

What you’ll do

Administrative: Support to technical personnel and leaders, maintaining various tracking spreadsheets for project activities; Proofreading, formatting and processing of technical deliverables; Assisting with the drafting of standard operating procedures and process mapping; Attend technical or administrative meetings to produce records of discussion, identifying and tracking progress of action items. Possibly assist leaders with project management activities such as monitoring, progress report and changes.
Human Resources: Coordinate hiring interviews and on-boarding requirements with local authorities, report progress to leaders; Maintain organization charts and track staff training activities.

Security: Assist the Security Officer for personnel clearance process, access to controlled goods, and visit clearance requests to external facilities; Assist with provision of building pass and network access.

Travel: Coordinate travel process including generating cost estimates, review and process travel requests, track approval process, make travel arrangements and review expense claims.
Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

Mandatory: obtention a Government of Canada security clearance, which requires Canadian citizenship and continuous residence in Canada over the last 10 years as a minimum.
Mandatory: Vocational high school or college level diploma with specialization in either Administrative Assistant or Office Administration, combined with 3+ year’s related experience.

Mandatory: Ability to effectively communicate formally via email and telecommunications (phone and video conferencing) with client and team, proficient in technical writing and with office computer tools.

Desirable: Experience working in the defense industry and with security protocols is a desired asset.

Desirable: Ability to manage technical library and generate technical documents is a desired asset.

Why join Weir?

We live our values - we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose - to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world class engineering, materials science expertise and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

· Competitive pay

· Career development and learning support

· Regional and team-specific benefits

· Sharebuilder scheme

· Wellness support for you and your family

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
[CCS26-32]
#minerals (division)
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Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive technical and administrative support to the naval Combat and Control Systems section, including document processing and project tracking. Coordinate human resources tasks, security clearances, and travel arrangements for the team.

Requirements

Requires a vocational high school or college diploma in Administrative or Office Administration with at least 3 years of related experience. Candidates must be Canadian citizens capable of obtaining a Government of Canada security clearance.

Skills

Administrative support
Technical writing
Proofreading
Process mapping
Project management support
Hiring coordination
Security clearance processing
Travel coordination
Expense claims
Office computer tools
Communication
Data tracking

Benefits

Competitive pay
Career development and learning support
Regional and team-specific benefits
Sharebuilder scheme
Wellness support

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Administrative Assistant
Naval Engineering
Combat and Control Systems
CSC project
Technical deliverables
Standard operating procedures
Process mapping
Security clearance
Controlled goods
Travel coordination
Expense management
Safety culture
Defense industry
Technical library
Project management

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