Predictive Recruitment Partners has been engaged by Solar Dwellings to find an experienced, confident Office Manager who has a passion for the environment and sustainable living, and brings solid experience in the residential construction industry. About Solar Dwellings: Solar Dwellings is WA’s leader in award-winning, passive solar, environmentally friendly homes. Operating since 1991, they are a well-established company serving clients throughout Western Australia, with a strong focus on designing universally accessible, smarter, sustainable homes to suit a range of budgets. Solar Dwellings promotes a collaborative work environment to build high quality homes that do not cost the earth. About the role: We are looking for an experienced office/administration manager, who is passionate about sustainability and the environment, to run the day-to-day operations of the office. It will see you, day to day: Supporting the Managing Director to ensure organisational effectiveness and efficiency Providing exceptional customer service to clients and industry partners Reviewing and improving office procedures to increase efficiency Working autonomously and in a team with a high degree of control over your own activities Liaising with local government departments Maintaining the integrity of systems and client information Setting up and coordinating meetings for stakeholders Implementing policies and procedures Staying current on personnel matters Acting as the central liaison point for all projects Maintaining financial records Answering phones and calendar management Managing marketing activities including a monthly newsletter and social media posts Organising and supporting promotional trade events Collaborating with and supporting colleagues. About you: You probably describe yourself as a creative, critical thinker who is achievement and goal oriented, and able to think outside the square. You’re comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and thrive when managing multiple priorities and using your initiative to solve problems and provide an exceptional customer experience. You’re organised and driven to create efficiencies and tick things off your list. You enjoy interacting with clients and having the opportunity to take ownership your work and see the results of your efforts. You’re analytical, yet client-focused in your approach to problem-solving, seeking the facts and applying logic to arrive at a win-win solution. You have a strong need to ensure work follows established processes and you don’t like leaving anything to chance. While you naturally look for ways to improve existing systems, you’re also open to developing and embracing new ideas, new systems, and new technologies. You trust your own judgment and make sound decisions that consider the impact those decisions may have on people and their feelings. You thrive in an environment that offers varied, challenging tasks and allows you the autonomy to take charge of your own assignments and support the results of others. What you bring to the role: Driven, fast-paced, solution-focused approach to work Ability to work independently and confidently with people and systems A desire to work at a faster than average pace without compromising on quality output Positive response to pressure and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Organisation and discipline – a desire to create and improve processes and systems Drive, determination, and initiative Enjoyment in learning new systems and solving problems creatively Ability to plan thoroughly and work the plan efficiently Strong activity, prioritising, and time management skills High level of attention to detail and strong follow through Genuine care for the people you work with A strong drive to contribute to the team and to society in general. What we can provide: The opportunity to make this role your own, and the freedom to redesign and improve processes and workflows, propose new efficiencies and use your initiative. A small, flexible, and supportive work team whose joint passion is making a difference to the environment once sustainable dwelling at a time. On-site parking. What you MUST have to apply for this role: A minimum of 10 years’ experience in office administration Previous experience within the construction industry (preferably residential construction) High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook A working knowledge of CoPilot (or other AI tool) Experience working with or for Local Government departments (Planning) Previous pre-start experience Working knowledge of MYOB invoicing and payroll Strong attention to detail Exceptional customer service skills A valid Australian driver’s licence Excellent verbal and written communication skills You will also be highly regarded if you have: A qualification in Office or Business Management Familiarity with SharePoint and OneDrive Basic working knowledge of ArchiCAD Demonstrated understanding of construction drawings Previously prepared planning applications Basic working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or similar A history of contribution to the community or environment First aid certificate A history of investing in personal development. Sound like your dream job? If your answer is yes, we encourage you to invest time in your application to stand out. Please take the following steps to complete The Predictive Recruitment Partner’s application process: 1. Cover letter - every applicant is required to provide a cover letter addressing the role criteria. If you’re not sure how to write a relevant cover letter, type “SEEK how to write a cover letter” and access the free template SEEK provides. 2. Resume - every applicant is required to provide an up-to-date resume. 3. Assessment - every applicant is required to complete a short 5-minute assessment, the link for which will be sent to you upon receipt of your cover letter and resume. You must complete ALL the above steps for your application to be considered compliant (failure to complete all steps will result in your application not being progressed). Applications close: 14 December 2025
