Position Title
Office Manager
Position Purpose
The Office Manager’s role is integral to ensure seamless office operations. This is a temporary opportunity with the potential to become permanent. Casual hourly rate $45 - $50 per hour + super depending on experience.
Responsibilities
· Full responsibility for end-to-end facilities management including security, utilities, repairs and maintenance, office supplies, meeting room facilities, kitchen facilities and waste removal
· Liaise with facility management vendors, including cleaning, catering and security services
· Schedule meetings and appointments
· Maintain the office condition and arrange necessary repairs
· Experience in setting up office policies and procedures
· Organise office operations and procedures
· Ensure that all items are invoiced and paid on time
· Manage contract and price negotiations with office vendors and service providers
· Oversee two receptionists and provide general support to visitors
· Address employees’ queries regarding office management issues (e.g. stationery, hardware)
· Coordinate first aid and fire warden compliance
· Manage the whereabouts and upkeep of all office property and facilities including car park allocations, security passes, keys, laptops, monitors, docks etc and keep lists of assets up-to-date
· Coordinate and book internal and external events
· Organise travel bookings for all staff.
Key Skills, Attributes and Qualifications
Essential
· Proven experience as an Office Manager, Front Office Manager or Senior Administrative Assistant
· Knowledge of Office Administrator responsibilities, systems and procedures
· Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS Outlook, in particular)
· Hands on experience with office machines (e.g. fax machines and printers)
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence a positive working environment
· Exceptional customer service, attention to detail and dedication
· Strong organisational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment
· A creative mind with an ability to suggest improvements
Desirable
· Knowledge and understanding of the Independent Schools Sector
Summary of role requirements:
- Looking for candidates available to work:
- Monday: Morning, Afternoon
- Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
- Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
- Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
- Friday: Morning, Afternoon
- No experience required for this role
- Working rights required for this role
- Expected start date for role: 20 May 2024
- Expected salary: $45 - $50 per hour