Make it yours

Experience the excitement of building your Office Manager career in our evolving construction company, where people and performance make amazing things happen.

Who we are

We’re Symal – a proudly different group of companies with a story of growth, pushing what’s possible as one of Australia’s largest self-performing contractors. We innovate with purpose, solve problems creatively, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners, communities, and each other.

It’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it – building better together.

The role:

A 12-month contract to cover maternity leave.

As our NSW Office Manager, you will work with your team to coordinate day-to-day activities, ensure our staff are supported and serviced, and drive our company events and initiatives. Make this role yours, whilst having some fun along the way with our expanding team here in Newcastle.

Your impact:

Your presence will ensure our NSW team is supported and serviced. A positive office culture will be fostered as you keep our staff engaged through fun activities and driving company initiatives.

Your everyday:

• Coordination of day-to-day office operations
• Managing the front desk, ensuring that visitors are greeted, and external calls are forwarded to the right people
• Coordination of supplies; office equipment, stationary, food, uniforms
• Managing our diverse social calendar, ensuring that staff events are organised in conjunction with our head office
• Overseeing and providing general support to our NSW team with day-to-day activities

Who are you?

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role working with a dynamic team
• Excellent Microsoft Suite skills and excellent clerical skills
• Great organisation skills and a keen eye for attention to detail
• You have an appetite to drive a positive culture within your team and drive company events / activities
• A positive attitude and an ability to build strong relationships

Who are you? 

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence

A career with us

At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Symal.

• Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
• Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
• Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
• Stay social: People are the core of Symal. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.

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