Premier’s Department

Steward

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Work in a prestigious environment with a focus on heritage and conservation
• Showcase expertise in high-level hospitality, including silver service at events
• Temporary 6-month role based in Sydney with the potential for extension or conversion to Ongoing
• Clerk grade 3/4, Package includes base salary ($82,193 - $90,001) plus superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.

Provide high-level domestic support and hospitality to the Governor of NSW. Contribute to maintaining and presenting Government House Sydney’s heritage spaces.

About the Role

The Steward will provide essential domestic support and hospitality to the Governor of New South Wales, ensuring the highest standards of presentation for Government House Sydney.

You are responsible for maintaining the Vice Regal Residence, providing hospitality including silver service at formal events, and overseeing the conservation and care of valuable heritage collection items.

You will also be responsible for reconfiguring State Rooms for various events and managing the household’s supplies, with an emphasis on confidentiality and adaptability to a busy, high-profile schedule.

Government House Sydney

Government House Sydney, the residence and the seat of administration of the Governor of New South Wales – the oldest statutory office in Australia - is staffed by employees of the NSW Premier’s Department. The team at Government House Sydney supports the Governor in the conduct of constitutional, ceremonial and community duties.

Collectively, the five functional areas (Protocol, Household, Estate Management, Communications and Secretariat) ensure that every aspect of the Governor’s and spouse’s programs of official engagements and engagement with the community are appropriately coordinated, managed and planned; that the official residence is suitably maintained; that the administrative arm of the organisation operates in accordance with relevant policies and guidelines; and that the heritage buildings, contents and grounds are managed and presented to the highest standard.

Our people undertake challenging and rewarding work to support the Governor and to ensure a positive experience for visitors and guests. We are guided by our core values of integrity, trust, service and accountability. We also provide our people with opportunities to learn, develop and adapt within an inclusive and supportive environment.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description .

We're Looking For

• Experience in high-level domestic support, including cleaning, meal preparation, and laundry services for high-profile individuals
• Ability to plan and deliver both formal and informal hospitality, including set up and service to ensure exceptional guest experiences
• Experience in managing household supplies, such as groceries and cleaning products, ensuring timely replenishment and upkeep
• You work collaboratively in a busy service delivery environment, remaining flexible and responsive to changing situations
• You maintain a high level of accuracy and precision, especially caring for and handling heritage items
• Ability to notice and address small maintenance or cleaning issues before they become larger problems
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality, working with discretion in high-profile environments and adherence to ethical standards, ensuring trust and reliability in all duties

Essential Requirements:

• A current accreditation for Responsible Service of Alcohol and Food Standards Code, and a current driver’s licence, and capacity for manual work (including at height).
• An understanding of the role of the Governor and operations of Government House Sydney
• Being available during varying hours including staggered start/finish times, early mornings, evenings, on weekends and public holidays to meet the requirements of the position

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Sunday 27 April 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Clerk grade 3/4, Package includes base salary ($82,193 - $90,001) plus superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Felicity Smith, Manager, Household, felicity.smith@governor.nsw.gov.au

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier’s Department.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at PCT@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.