Office & Workplace Manager

Sharp and Carter; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp and Carter is recruiting a Senior Office & Workplace Manager for a six-month contract in Melbourne CBD. This role centers on establishing a new office, creating structure, and delivering a seamless workplace experience.

You will own setup, processes, and coordination across facilities, vendors, and stakeholders. You will lead day-to-day operations, drive best practices, support onboarding, and manage logistics while maintaining a hands-on, solution-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Experience as Senior Office Manager or similar role.
• Experience establishing, relocating, or launching an office environment from the ground up.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the establishment and setup of a new Melbourne CBD office
• Managing day-to-day workplace operations and office administration
• Coordinating office suppliers, contractors, and service providers
• Overseeing facilities, equipment, office resources, and general workplace requirements
• Developing and implementing office processes, procedures, and best practices
• Supporting employee onboarding and workplace logistics
• Coordinating meetings, events, and office-wide initiatives
• Managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and workplace experience
• Providing high-level operational and administrative support as required

Skills

Senior Office Manager

Office Operations

Stakeholder Management

Organisation & Administration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior Office & Workplace Manager | 6 Month Contract

Play a key role in establishing a new Melbourne CBD workplace

We're partnering with a growing organisation to recruit an experienced Senior Office & Workplace Manager for a six-month contract opportunity based in Melbourne CBD.

This is a unique role for someone who thrives on creating structure, building processes, and delivering a seamless workplace experience. A key component of this position will be supporting the setup and establishment of a new office environment, making previous experience leading an office setup, relocation, or workplace transition essential.

With a broad remit across workplace operations, administration, stakeholder management, and office coordination, this role will suit a hands‑on professional who enjoys taking ownership and making an impact.

The Role

As the central point of contact for the office, you'll be responsible for ensuring a professional, well-run, and highly organised workplace while supporting a range of operational initiatives.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Supporting the establishment and setup of a new Melbourne CBD office
• Managing day‑to‑day workplace operations and office administration
• Coordinating office suppliers, contractors, and service providers
• Overseeing facilities, equipment, office resources, and general workplace requirements
• Developing and implementing office processes, procedures, and best practices
• Supporting employee onboarding and workplace logistics
• Coordinating meetings, events, and office‑wide initiatives
• Managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and workplace experience
• Providing high-level operational and administrative support as required

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Previous experience in a Senior Office Manager, Workplace Manager, Office & Operations Manager, or similar position
• Proven experience establishing, relocating, or launching an office environment from the ground up
• Exceptional organisational and coordination skills
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
• A proactive and solutions‑focused approach
• The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail and strong problem‑solving capability
• A hands‑on attitude with a willingness to support wherever required

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to play a key role in establishing a new workplace environment
• Broad and varied position with genuine ownership
• Melbourne CBD location
• Six-month contract opportunity
• Immediate start available