Woolworths

We are Woolworths Group | Ko Woolworths Tātou 

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts, and unique perspectives across Australia and New Zealand.  Connected by a shared Purpose - 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow'.  That Purpose fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments, and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week.    

If you're excited to turn today's blue-sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you'll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive, and empowering workplace.  With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work, and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

What you’ll do | Hei mahi

The Office Manager is responsible for owning and elevating the entire Ponsonby Support Office experience. This pivotal role goes beyond day-to-day operations to proactively shape a best-in-class environment for both our team and visitors.

You will have full ownership of our unique workspace, leveraging analytical and strategic thinking to identify and drive improvements. Your goal is to not only ensure the smooth running of the office, but also to implement solutions that align with the broader group workplace standardization strategy.

Specifically, the role will see you:

• Manages the workspace budget and identifies cost-saving opportunities.
• Negotiates with vendors to secure favorable terms and manages contracts.
• Oversees all workspace activities including moves and tech upgrades.
• Collaborates with the Facilities Maintenance team for office issues.
• Continuously evaluates and improves workspace processes for efficiency and experience.

What you’ll bring | Hei koha

You will bring a proactive, customer-centric mindset, acting as the primary owner of stakeholder satisfaction. You will be accountable for using all available resources to cultivate a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement, ultimately delivering an outstanding, efficient, and welcoming office environment.

To be successful in this position, you will have: 

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role, ideally within retail, supermarket, or FMCG.
• Proficiency with Google Suite, particularly Calendar Manager.
• A proven ability to navigate complex environments and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder management and building strong relationships.
• Experience in a matrix structure, leading change initiatives, and thriving under pressure.

What you’ll experience | Ngā Huanga

Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do and we’re always looking for ways to support your career journey and reward great work:

• High-impact role supporting our teams who enrich our communities. 
• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.
• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app.
• A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you.  
• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group | No Woolworths tātou

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.

Please note: while this role is advertised as Office Manager for search purposes, the official position title is Workspace Manager