Based in the beautiful inner western suburbs of Perth, the Town of Cambridge has some of the best natural areas, open spaces, recreation, and sporting facilities in the state; Town of Cambridge staff can effortlessly enjoy attractions such as City Beach, Galup and Bold Park in their lunch break, or after work.
Our mission is to maintain and enhance our very livable suburbs, their streetscapes and character and our vibrant activity centres through strategic, cost-effective management of resources and an enhanced community experience
The Team
The Asset Management team ensures the efficient operation, safety, and longevity of physical assets that support the Town's strategic and operational needs.
This involves maintaining and upgrading facilities, managing construction and renovation projects, overseeing the effective use and upkeep of vehicle fleets, facilitating efficient waste management solutions, and supporting informed decision-making.
Services in this area include asset management, major projects, waste and building maintenance.
The Role
The Manager Asset Services plays a critical role in leading strategic asset management planning, capital works, building maintenance and waste services for the Town.
This position ensures the Town's assets are fit for purpose, compliant with legislative requirements, and aligned with organisational goals.
Reporting to the Director Infrastructure and Works you will lead the Town's Asset Management team and be responsible for overseeing operational and workforce performance and development, mentorship and guidance, while ensuring alignment with the Town's strategic business planning.
With your proven expertise in delivering capital works, contractor management and maintenance programs, you will ensure that all projects meet high quality, safety and environmental standards.
This position is offered on a five-year performance-based contract, and you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package depending upon qualifications and experience.
This package includes a base salary range $156,000–$176,800, statutory superannuation of 12% plus up to 5% optional additional super, negotiable with the successful candidate.
Selection Criteria
The successful candidate's core values will mirror the Town's values of Friendly and helpful, Teamwork, Creativity, Integrity, and Respect, and be able to demonstrate the following:
Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
Strategic asset management experience, including development of asset management policies, asset management strategies and maintenance plans.
Highly developed conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated success in managing and delivering a range of high value infrastructure related projects.
Strong budgeting, financial management and contract management skills.
Experience in effectively managing a wide range of stakeholders in sensitive environments.
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated influencing and negotiating skills.
Right to work in Australia (birth certificate, current passport or current visa)
National Police Clearance (no older than three months).
Tertiary Qualification/s in Building, Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Asset Management, Construction Management or similar related field.
Why work for the Town of Cambridge
Up to 17% Superannuation (employer contribution)
Health and Wellbeing program
Employee Assistance Program
Training and Development opportunities
Free car parking
Quarterly staff cultural awards
13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years service in Local Government.
Pro-rata long service leave is available after 7 years' service (long service entitlements are transferable within Local Governments).
How to apply
If you want to help contribute to the Town of Cambridge and make a difference to our community, we would like to hear from you.
Applications can be submitted online and require you to upload a current resume, respond to questions about your experience in relation to the position and complete some online testing as part of the application process.
Please review Applicant Information Pack and Position Description above prior to commencing your application.
Click on the 'Apply Online' button to apply.
Should you require any further information regarding this position please contact Lindon Mellor, Director Infrastructure and Works for a confidential discussion on *************.
Closing date
5pm, Monday 2 February ****; interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates prior to the closing date.
Therefore, the Town reserves the right to close applications prior to the aforementioned date.
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