Main Roads Western Australia is the State Government agency responsible for managing and developing WA’s road network—over 18,500 km of roads across 2.5 million square kilometres. We plan, build and maintain a $46 billion state asset, working closely with the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure, Public Transport Authority and local governments to deliver an integrated, world-class transport system.
Learn more about the region and the team here.
About the opportunity
This is a key leadership role focused on delivering measurable outcomes for the safety, reliability and performance of the State Road Network across the South West. As Director South West Region, you will lead the direction, operational delivery and long-term planning for the region. Your remit will span regional program development, project delivery and stakeholder engagement to ensure the network continues to support the South West regional community. To be successful you will demonstrate your capability to lead regional operations in a way that ensures objectives are clearly understood and consistently achieved. Your technical insight and leadership experience will enable you to influence outcomes, navigate complex road infrastructure issues, project and contract challenges, and provide strong, effective support to key regional functions and activities. You will be an effective leader with the ability to understand and consider a broad range of regional stakeholders, including local governments, industry partners and community representatives. Your strength in negotiation, collaboration and facilitation will positively influence teams across the region, and you will demonstrate a proactive approach to fostering capability, continuous improvement and professional development for yourself and your teams. Please refer to the Job Role Statement for a full list of responsibilities.
What We Offer
At Main Roads you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation that supports a healthy work‑life balance to help with what’s important to you.
In addition to rewarding work, the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:
* Flexible working arrangements
* Attractive leave entitlements
* Training and development opportunities
* Health and wellbeing focus
Specific conditions will be confirmed with the successful applicant. The salary provided is based on superannuation, and regional allowances and entitlements. Specific conditions and salary package will be confirmed with the successful applicant.
The road ahead starts with a single step
Please submit the following as part of your application:
* A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities
* A statement outlining how your extensive previous experience meets the skills, knowledge and experience outlined in all the selection criteria from the Job Role Statement in no more than six (6) pages.
For questions about the role, contact Belinda Stopic, General Manager Regional Operations on (08) 9323 4***.
For any general enquiries, or if you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact Claire Bell on (08) 9323 61*** or email******@mainroads.wa.gov.au.
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e‑mail to ************@bigredsky.com.
We’re building a diverse workforce
At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential. We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan. We are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!
Additional Information
All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process. The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre‑employment medical assessment and a National Police Clearance as part of this recruitment process. Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.
Attachments
* Applicant information.pdf
* jrs - director south west region.pdf
* working with us.pdf
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