EL1 National Office Manager

About the Role

Our client is seeking an EL1 National Office Manager to join their Corporate Services branch within the Business Support team. This role plays a pivotal part in creating safe, efficient, and people-focused office environments that align with the agency’s operational and strategic objectives.

The National Office Manager will oversee accommodation management, security and risk frameworks, and ensure office locations are aligned with policies, procedures, and legislative requirements. This role demands independence, integrity, and strong leadership capability to drive positive workplace outcomes.
*** Current NV2 Security Clearance is highly desired***

Primary Responsibilities

• Operational Support
  Provide expert guidance on accommodation, property, facilities, asset management, and security frameworks to ensure safe, efficient office operations.

• Administration & Coordination
  Deliver accurate and timely administrative support across safety and security processes, manage work point allocations, coordinate special events, and oversee office refurbishments and fit-outs. Act as the key point of contact for external authorities and service providers.

• Stakeholder Engagement
  Liaise and build strong working relationships with staff, service providers, contractors, and building management representatives. Deliver in-house training on security practices and foster a positive risk management culture.

Key Challenges

• Acting as the lead facilities contact across registry locations, providing timely and informed advice across accommodation, security, and workplace issues.

• Managing multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while ensuring clarity and effective communication.

• Ensuring compliance with government legislation, policies, and internal governance requirements around property, risk, assets, and security.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of property, facilities, risk, and asset management best practice, with a solid understanding of relevant legislation and government frameworks.

• Proven ability to take a leadership role during service disruptions or emergencies, coordinate events, and deliver workplace training across WHS and security matters.

• Strong organisational and managerial skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, conduct research, and coordinate meetings to ensure workforce compliance with policies and procedures.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and influence positive workplace outcomes.

• Capacity to work under pressure, manage office layout and fit-out projects, and balance competing demands while applying sound judgment and tact.

• Strong analytical skills with experience maintaining records, conducting stocktakes, and preparing accurate, evidence-based reports and responses.

• An active NV2 security clearance is highly desirable.

What’s in it for You

• Play a pivotal leadership role with national impact across multiple office locations.

• Join a client that values innovation, safety, and operational excellence.

• Work in a role that offers both strategic oversight and hands-on delivery.

• Be trusted with autonomy and influence in shaping workplace environments.

• Competitive daily rate contract with potential for long-term extension.

• Gain exposure to senior stakeholders across Government and play a part in strengthening governance, security, and workplace culture.

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Cristina Garcia on 6151 9214 or cgarcia@paxus.gov.au.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.