Job Description
Lead Infrastructure Operations
The Town of Port Hedland seeks a technically proficient and strategically minded Infrastructure Operations Manager to lead the delivery of maintenance and operations activities, including planning management of public open space stores and inventory, and building and property maintenance.
This senior leadership role will guide operational planning, overseeing the research design and implementation of infrastructure projects, managing operational policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with statutory and safety regulations.
You will be responsible for managing team performance, building workforce capability, and fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
The role includes oversight of operational budgets, business planning, and reporting, as well as ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and internal governance frameworks.
As a key leader in driving service excellence, operational efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration across the organisation, you will ensure the achievement of key delivery targets.
A strong background in public sector operations, public asset management, and service delivery within a local government or similar environment is essential.
The role will be pivotal in the ongoing implementation of the Technology One ERP system, and a good understanding of the management and delivery of services through an understanding of complex processes is essential.
Experience in stakeholder engagement, policy development, and WHS compliance will be highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the delivery of maintenance and operations activities, including planning stores and inventory management, and building/property maintenance.
* Guide operational planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure projects, manage policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
* Manage team performance, build workforce capability, and foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
* Oversee operational budgets, business planning, reporting, and governance compliance.
* Drive service excellence, operational efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve delivery targets.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Degree Qualification: A degree qualification in management/business or a related field.
National Police Clearance: Current National Police Clearance certificate.
Right to Work: A valid Australian work visa or citizenship.
Pre-Employment Medical: Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening.
Employee Benefits
Benefits:
* Town provided housing.
* Fully expensed vehicle.
* Up to $3,500 utilities allowance per annum.
* 6 weeks annual leave per annum + 17.5% leave loading with 2 additional public holidays between Christmas and New Year.
* Up to $15,000 relocation assistance.
* 13% Superannuation with optional top-ups.
* Wellness program, free gym membership, and access to gym classes + pools, plus a $300 wellness card issued after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.
* Training and development opportunities.
* Paid parental leave.