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Manager Project Services and Asset Management Maryborough, Australia
Reference: 6617243
Permanent Full Time$114,838 to $128,538 pa plus superannuationLocated at the geographical centre of Victoria, within one hour's drive from Ballarat or Bendigo, and just two hours from Melbourne sits Central Goldfields Shire Council. Maryborough is the major business centre surrounded by seven townships that feature iconic heritage architecture. Agricultural industries spread across the municipality, and there are several major manufacturing, infrastructure, freight, printing, and food production companies that call us home.
Our ValuesWe are a dynamic organisation with a visionary and engaging executive, that is committed to the following values:
Authentic communicationImprovement is possibleAbout UsLocated in the geographic Heart of Victoria, Central Goldfields Shire Council has the community at the centre of all that we do. Our team works together to build internal and external trust and is committed to continuous improvement in our everyday work.
Central Goldfields Shire Council values Authentic Communication, Collaborative Partnerships and embeds the mantra that Improvement Is Possible in our way of working and in serving our community.
About youYou will be a dynamic, enthusiastic, humble, and dedicated leader who is passionate about making a lasting positive impact in regional communities. At the front of your mind you will have our customers' experience, supporting your team to succeed and developing collaborative partnerships.
You will bring exceptional stakeholder skills, and strong leadership skills which will set you apart from the pack with a passion for creating a supportive environment and a commitment to ongoing improvement in partnership with your team, your peers and the community.
The roleWork across the organisation to support development of priority projects from concept through to delivery.Manage development of asset management strategies and plans that incorporate maintenance and service levels and programs for forward planning of maintenance and capital works.Manage development of recreation strategies and plans to ensure high quality facilities are provided for community and active recreation organisations.Take custodianship of the Long-Term Capital works program, incorporating major projects and renewal of Council's assets.Lead the development and ongoing maintenance of the systems, processes and projects which form the asset management system.Project manage specified major projects and ensure projects are delivered within agreed time, scope and budget; and that project milestones and deliverables are met. Provide expert technical advice, project management expertise, and project support to other departments within the organisation as required.Maintain a network of contacts, both across local government and other government departments and authorities to ensure currency of knowledge and awareness of new initiatives or potential changes that may impact on Council.Work collaboratively internally with colleagues and departments, developing a partnership approach to leverage in-house knowledge and expertise in service delivery.Develop the team into a cohesive unit that delivers effective project management and service delivery with a strong focus on collaboration, transparency and customer service both internal and external to the organization.Lead, coach and manage staff in a way that fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture and supports learning, development and innovation.Technical skillsDegree or diploma in Project Management and/or Civil and Municipal Engineering or related discipline with relevant experience plus post graduate qualification in another field OR less formal qualifications with extensive and diverse experience in Project Management.This position requires problem solving abilities, at times without the guidance of Senior Leadership and various Leadership Team members on all issues relating to major project and service contracts, asset inspections, defect notices and customer requests. The position requires the incumbent to have demonstrated ability in driving initiatives forward through collaborative, problem-solving and garnering support from peers and the community along the way.Strong people management skills, with the ability to coach, develop, support, empower and inspire staff.Demonstrated ability to organise and plan workflow, set priorities and meet deadlines to address the position's key responsibility areas.Ability to be agile in your approach,This position requires advanced and demonstrated interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate, influence and obtain buy-in from stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.Previous demonstrable experience in the preparation, development, monitoring and reviewing of project plans and budgets.The role of Manager Project Services and Asset Management presents an exceptional opportunity for a current experienced manager to further develop their breadth of experience or an aspiring manager to take a step up in to an exciting and dynamic role.
You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a committed Leadership Team and inspire and support an outstanding group of technical experts in your team all while partnering with the community to create meaningful and positive outcomes in Central Goldfields.
What we offer you We are open to discussing the possibility of flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and flexible start and finishing times that work for both you and the organisation. You are welcome to discuss these opportunities at the interview. We offer excellent career opportunities, with a competitive remuneration and the ability to influence the future of Council and its surrounds. If this sounds like you, be part of an inclusive and committed Council and apply today!
Interviews will be conducted on Friday 19 July 2024 For enquiries, please contact Amber Ricks, General Manager Infrastructure Assets and Planning, on . Applications close on Monday 8 July 2024 at 5.00pm Go back to the Home page for Central Goldfields Shire Council careers
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