We are seeking an experienced customer focused facilities officer to fill the role of Property and Business Services Officer within the Property Services Team in our Sydney CBD office. This opportunity is for 12 months to cover a period of leave. Full-time and part-time hours are available. Offers will be based on candidate performance and operational requirements.

The Property Services Team sits within the Corporate Services Branch and works closely with business area in the Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman to ensure that our offices are operating at an optimal level.

About the OFWO

The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman (OFWO) is an independent statutory office established by the Fair Work Act 2009 (Fair Work Act). Our functions outline the responsibilities we have as set by the Fair Work Act and other legislation to achieve our purpose:

• provide education, assistance, advice and guidance to employers, employees, outworkers, outworker entities and organisations
• promote and monitor compliance with workplace laws
• inquire into and investigate breaches of the Fair Work Act
• take appropriate enforcement action
• perform our statutory functions efficiently, effectively, economically and ethically.

About the Team and role

The Property Services team is responsible for the management of FWO property and facilities via our Property Service Provider, as well as the provision of enabling services including space management, emergency management, fleet vehicles, stationery and office supplies.

The Property and Business Services Officer will use their exceptional customer service, communication, and organisational skills as part of a high performing, capable and responsive geographically diverse team. The role suits a highly motivated individual who can work independently to achieve quality outcomes and provide results as part of the Property Services Team. This is a varied role based in our Sydney office that delivers daily engagement and provides services nationally, as well as exceptional services at a local level within the Sydney office with daily onsite attendance required. A current driver’s licence would be highly advantageous as this role includes assisting with the management of FWO fleet vehicles.

What our employees say about us

We are one of the most engaged and high performing agencies in Australia; consistently scoring above average on employee engagement and wellbeing when surveyed against other APS agencies.

What we offer you

We provide a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment with access to:

• Great training and development opportunities
• Generous leave and flexible working arrangements
• Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a free counselling service for you and your family
• A competitive salary, plus 15.4% superannuation
• Rewards and recognition initiatives

We Value Diversity

OFWO has been accredited as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace since 2011. We are also members of the Australian Network on Disability and Pride in Diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.

Eligibility

• To be eligible for employment with the OFWO you must be an Australian citizen.
• The successful candidate must hold a current Australian Government Security Clearance (AGSVA) or be willing to undergo and obtain a Baseline security clearance.

A range of other conditions may be required depending on the role you are applying for.