About Us
Lead. Grow. Transform.
Ford Australia is constantly evolving and innovating, committed to delivering smarter, more connected vehicles for all Australians, now and for generations to come.
Looking ahead, Ford is excited about the future. With an expanding vehicle lineup, growing digital services, and a strong dealer network, we’re well-positioned to support Australian businesses in new ways.
As Australia’s largest automotive OEM employer, we proudly have around 1,500 talented engineers, designers, and specialists working across five Victorian sites. Crucially, Australia is a key global development hub for Ford, and their local design and engineering team lead the creation of vehicles including the Ranger, Ranger Raptor, and Everest – models sold in around 180 markets worldwide.
Complementing this technical network, Ford Australia’s National Sales Company (NSC) located in Richmond, is the central hub for commercial and customer engagement activities across the country.
Why Ford?
For a century, we've been a driving force across Australia, building a legacy that truly speaks for itself. Leading the way, the Ranger continues its rein as Australia's No. 1 Selling Vehicle and our iconic Mustang proudly holds its position as Australia’s No. 1 Sports Car.
These remarkable achievements are a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and a customer-focused approach that has delivered success across our entire lineup, giving us so much to be excited about! But we believe we do more than just build award-winning vehicles—we build careers.
- Discounted lease car options.
- Multiple Employee Resource Groups – Ford Pride, Women of Ford and Ford Empowering Diverse Abilities.
- Flexible Work Arrangements.
- Growth and development opportunities via internal and external training.
- Paid parental leave from day 1.
- Comprehensive Employee Assist Program.
- Wellness Programs including Free Flu Vaccinations and Health Checks.
- Paid volunteer days.
About the Role
As the Executive Assistant you will partner closely with our local senior leadership team and provide trusted and high-level administrative support to the President and CEO of Ford Australia and New Zealand.
In this position, you will keep the CEO’s office running smoothly. You will manage a complex calendar, organise critical meetings, and handle daily communications with professionalism and care. You will also oversee the day-to-day operations of our National Sales Company office in Richmond. This includes coordinating on-site events, conducting safety audits, and ensuring our office remains a clean, welcoming, and productive environment for our employees and guests.
This is a great opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented professional who values absolute discretion, works well under pressure, and takes pride in keeping both an executive office and a corporate workspace running seamlessly.
Reporting directly to the CEO, this role is based at our National Sales Company office in Richmond, Victoria, under a hybrid four-day in-office work arrangement.
Proactively manage and optimise the CEO's complex, high-priority schedule, coordinating commitments to ensure executive time is strategically aligned with key business priorities.
Organise executive-level meetings, secure necessary resources, and ensure all prep work and agendas are finalised in advance.
Manage incoming and outgoing communications for the CEO’s office, serving as a professional first point of contact and trusted gatekeeper who handles inquiries with diplomacy and sound judgment.
Plan and execute comprehensive domestic and international travel arrangements, including detailed itineraries, flights, accommodation, and ground logistics.
Lead and coordinate special projects, research tasks, and executive initiatives as directed by the CEO, resolving daily operational or logistical roadblocks with a practical, solutions-oriented approach.
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality when handling sensitive business, financial, and personnel information.
Take daily operational responsibility for the Richmond office to ensure the physical environment remains safe, clean, professional, and fully functional.
Support the planning and logistics for onsite events, including room bookings, catering, visitor transfers, and accommodation coordination.
Help maintain workplace safety and compliance by conducting weekly safety audits and actively participating in safety committee meetings.
About you
A proven background providing high-level administrative support to a CEO, Managing Director, or senior leadership team within a corporate setting.
Exceptional time-management skills with a demonstrated ability to balance competing demands, coordinate complex schedules, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build strong working relationships and interact confidently with stakeholders at all levels, such as senior executives and external vendors.
Practical business acumen and project management skills, including the ability to track budgets and leverage the Microsoft 365 suite to support executive reporting and coordinate high-quality PowerPoint presentations.
A trusted track record of maintaining strict confidentiality, using sound judgment, and handling sensitive business or personnel matters with absolute professionalism.
Equal Opportunity
Ford Australia is inclusive employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorised to work in Australia (verification required upon hire). Please note that the successful candidate will also be required to complete a pre-employment background and national police check.
---Applications will close on Sunday 26 July 2026---
Please note due to the high numbers of applications we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.
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