Richardson Pioneer Limited is a subsidiary of Richardson International Limited.  Richardson is Canada’s largest privately owned agribusiness, with offices and operational facilities in six Canadian provinces.  Through its core activities in grain handling and merchandising, crop inputs sales and services and canola processing, Richardson is proud to link farm production to domestic and world markets.  We currently have an opening at our Bigstone facility located in Wetaskiwin, AB.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Reporting to the Director of Operations, this position is responsible for performing administrative and operational duties in support of the facility.  Responsibilities include accounts receivable and accounts payable, responding to customer inquiries, asset management, preparing communication materials, assisting in product logistics, grain sampling, and general office duties.

The ideal candidate will possess an Administrative Certificate/Diploma, or equivalent experience in an administrative role; knowledge of bookkeeping, general office practices, and Microsoft applications; experience in word-processing and/or data entry; and excellent organizational and communication skills. An agriculture background is considered an asset.

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Qualified candidates should send their cover letter and resume, indicating position and location(s) of interest, by October 15, 2008 to: