Fleet Management (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)Government - Local (Government & Defence)The City is seeking a manager who can provide a high level of leadership and management skills across broad functions with a focus on the City's Fleet Services. As a manager, you will be responsible for reviewing fleet management and maintenance resourcing, including staff, workshops, stores, and the fleet replacement program. The City's current fleet and plant portfolio comprises over 700 items, and the Manager will be responsible for the fleet procurement and management portfolio, in accordance with contemporary strategic asset acquisition, management principles, and the City's Procurement and Asset Management Strategy, Policy and Procedures.The position is responsible for:Leading a team responsible for the fleet procurement, management, maintenance, and disposal of fleet and plant.A positive and productive culture where employees are engaged and accountable for their work, achieving key deliverables.Providing expert strategic advice and recommendations to the Executive and Council regarding all aspects of fleet procurement, management, and maintenance.Leading improvement and innovation in the delivery of services and implementing new ideas within relevant City Frameworks.Developing and reviewing corporate policies, procedures, processes, and efficient delivery of services relevant to the Service Unit.Efficiently leading organisational change within the Service Unit to meet the City's long-term strategic plan objectives.Holding accountability for the Service Unit's overall achievement of outcomes, ensuring that quality of deliverables is of a high standard.Accountable for managing allocated budgets to demonstrate cost-effectiveness and efficiency in the use of rate payers' money and in the pursuit of organisational goals.About youYou will have skills and experience in a senior leadership role, looking at long-term goals, being politically astute and resilient, with high levels of stakeholder engagement. You will thrive on dealing with complex issues and enjoy making things happen in a busy and dynamic working environment.Through your CV and covering letter, you will be able to demonstrate the following:Qualifications, Requirements and Experience:University degree in a relevant discipline such as Business, Management, Safety, Logistics, or a related field.Significant experience in a senior leadership role within a similar position, including leading strategy and change within a complex service unit.Proven track record implementing a strategic approach to contemporary fleet/asset management practices.A level of demonstrated business commercial acumen.C Class Drivers Licence.Skills and Knowledge:Advanced communication skills including advocacy, written, verbal, and public speaking.Highly skilled in resource management including workforce planning, development and management; financial planning and budget management; most effective utilisation of limited resources; and developing business strategy.Advanced problem-solving and decision-making ability.Highly skilled in managing individual performance.Proven track record achieving business goals and strategy and creating a shared culture of commitment for the team and key stakeholders.Demonstrated understanding of occupational health and safety risks in a workplace.About the City of WannerooAs a vibrant and progressive organisation, we enable and encourage our growing communities to thrive and prosper. We live by and value our commitment to Customer Focus, Improvement, Accountability, Respect, and Collaboration.One of the fastest growing local governments in Australia, the City of Wanneroo is a place of exciting opportunities for our community and employees, and we welcome your interest in joining our team.We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge, and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!Why work for the City of WannerooThe City offers a range of employment benefits including:Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%;Free on-site parking;A work-life balance program providing flexible work practices (subject to operational requirements);Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave;Purchase leave (subject to operational requirements);An inclusive, welcoming office environment; andAn opportunity to reduce your commute and work in a goal-driven professional team closer to home.To find out more about our benefits, click here!Interested?If this position sounds like you, we look forward to receiving your application.Close Date: Thursday 28th November 2024 at 9.00pm AWSTApplicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.
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