Manager - Strategic Infrastructure Planning and Policy
Branch: Strategy and Planning
Division: Infrastructure
Salary: Level 8, $151,827 - $164,428 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024)
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP The Infrastructure Strategy and Planning Directorate is responsible for long term planning land, development of strategic asset plans, policies and processes within an asset planning framework and the management of the Department's land estate.
The Directorate also provides services to schools on security and emergency management, environmental services, statistical and demographic planning services, and property management.
We are committed to contemporary work practices and adhere to the following service delivery principles:
Responsive: We respond to and reflect the needs of our customers.
Flexible: We are flexible and understand that our customers are not all the same.
Transparent: We are clear and open about our services, processes and decision making.
Accountable: We hold ourselves to high standards and deliver on our commitments.
Collaborative: We work in partnership with our customers.
The Role As the Manager of Strategic Infrastructure Planning and Policy, you will lead a high-performing team to deliver professional and responsive infrastructure planning services that align with the Department's strategic priorities.
You will also oversee the development and implementation of policies, frameworks, and systems that ensure the effective allocation of resources, achievement of key objectives, and continuous improvement of service delivery.
By fostering a collaborative, equitable, and positive work environment, you will enable your team to thrive while meeting organisational and government priorities.
In this role, you will build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, senior executives, and external organisations, to drive innovative infrastructure management solutions.
Your expertise will underpin the development of the Department's infrastructure sustainability strategies, infrastructure business cases and funding submissions and the development of infrastructure related strategies.
Representing the Department in key forums, you will provide expert advice and champion initiatives that deliver impactful and sustainable infrastructure outcomes.
Professional Benefits We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance.
Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Anna Brown, Director Infrastructure Strategy and Planning on (08) 9264 4010 or emailing ******.
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility To work with us, you must:
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A CV of up to eight (8) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:Demonstrated substantial knowledge and experience in the provision of asset planning and related management services.Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in policy and strategy development and implementation.Demonstrated highly developed verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with key internal and external stakeholders at a senior level.It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE930366
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months.
This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 27 January 2025.
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