Job Info

Location: DARWIN CITY, NT

Salary: Not Specified

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Salary Range: $70,000 to $80,000 Location: Darwin / Batchelor, NT About Us: Skills and Hands NT Pty Ltd is a Northern Territory-based consultancy focused on workforce planning, talent engagement, and sustainable staffing strategies.

We work alongside local businesses to support the development of strong, reliable teams through tailored pathways that align with their long-term goals. Our role is to facilitate practical workforce solutions that help employers attract and retain skilled talent—contributing to the resilience and continuity of operations across the Territory. About the Employer: We are supporting a reliable cleaning services business (ABN 19 104 515 123) based in Darwin and surrounding areas, operating across commercial, residential, hospitality, aged care, and Airbnb cleaning.

The business is known for quality service, attention to detail, safety, and customer satisfaction. With a growing team and service locations across multiple sites, they are seeking an Office Manager to oversee daily office operations, administration, customer enquiries, staff scheduling, records management, office systems, and general business support. Key Responsibilities

- Organise and control daily office operations, administrative systems, and workflows to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Allocate and manage office resources, including staff, workspace, equipment, and supplies.
- Supervise, support, and monitor the performance of administrative and clerical staff.
- Coordinate office records, correspondence,



filing systems, and basic accounts administration.
- Liaise with managers, external service providers, and professionals to coordinate office activities and resolve operational issues.
- Ensure office equipment, systems, and supplies are maintained and functional.
- Oversee compliance with workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements and relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
- Support personnel activities including recruitment coordination, onboarding, training, leave records, and performance management processes

Selection Criteria

- Office administration expertise: Demonstrated experience managing office operations, systems, and administrative staff.
- People management: Proven ability to supervise, allocate tasks, and monitor staff performance.
- Organisational skills: Strong time management, prioritisation, and attention to detail across multiple tasks.
- Communication: Clear, professional communication with internal teams, management, and external stakeholders.
- Compliance & WHS awareness: Understanding of workplace policies, WHS obligations, and administrative compliance requirements.
- Problem-solving: Ability to identify operational issues and implement practical solutions.
- Adaptability:



Capacity to manage changing priorities in a quick-paced office environment.

Required Experience and Qualifications

- At least 2–3 years’ relevant experience in an office administration or office management role.
- Qualifications at AQF Diploma level or higher in Business Administration, Management, or a related field (preferred).
- Full working rights in Australia.

How to Apply We are looking for a reliable, organised, and proactive Office Manager to join us and oversee the smooth day-to-day administration and office operations of our cleaning services business. To apply, please submit the following:

- Resume outlining your work experience and references.
- A short cover letter of no more than 300 words explaining:
- Why you are applying for this position; and
- An example of when you showed excellent service, initiative, or teamwork.

Please use the STAR method: Situation, Task, Action, Result.

- A written response of no more than 600 words describing how your skills and experience align with the responsibilities of the Office Manager role.

Please structure your example or examples using the STAR method.

- Only complete applications that address all three components will be considered.

Incomplete or generic submissions will not be shortlisted. If you are interested in joining a reliable and growing cleaning services business that values quality, care, safety, and customer satisfaction, we look forward to receiving your application. Apply online only. Phone calls and walk-in applications will not be accepted. Applications close: 04 Aug 2026

📌 Office Manager (Darwin)
🏢 SKILLS AND HANDS NT
📍 Darwin