* Tenterfield offers a unique blend of countryside, national parks, and history. For those seeking a tree change, our town provides the perfect combination of adventure, people, and lifestyle.
* We offer a competitive remuneration package, including a salary up to $135,000 including superannuation, as well as benefits such as a 9-day fortnight, leaseback vehicle, and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
At Tenterfield Shire Council, our mission is to showcase quality nature, quality heritage, and quality lifestyle through collaborative initiatives with our community.
Our Values
* We value integrity in all our activities, ensuring openness and honesty.
* We are committed to a community focus, delivering prompt, courteous, and helpful service.
* We strive for accountability, accepting responsibility for providing quality services and information.
* We believe in respect, treating people with courtesy, dignity, and fairness.
* We aim for excellence, recognised for providing services and programs that meet best practice standards.
Our team is at the heart of everything we do, and we foster an emphasis on work/life balance while empowering employees to deliver high-quality results.
Your Opportunity
Tenterfield Shire Council seeks a full-time Manager Assets & Program Planning based in Tenterfield, NSW.
This role reports to the Director of Infrastructure and involves leading and managing Council's infrastructure and asset planning to improve service delivery, extend asset lifespan, and minimise risks associated with asset failure.
* You will develop and implement asset and fleet management policies, strategies, and guidelines.
* Manage Council's infrastructure assets, including roads, bridges, stormwater drainage, fleet, and buildings.
* Oversee the development of operational, capital, and maintenance works programs and budgets.
* Identify, apply for, and manage grant funding opportunities for asset projects.
* Establish and undertake asset inspections and condition assessments.
* Develop project management frameworks for infrastructure projects, including planning, approvals, and land acquisitions.
* Review and update Council's Risk Register and intervention programs.
* Manage rural addressing, road access applications, and community event road closures.
* Ensure effective operation of the Fleet and Assets Section, monitoring performance, and optimising resource allocation.
* Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
* Promote and enforce workplace health and safety policies and maintain a respectful and inclusive work environment.
* Act as the Director of Infrastructure in their absence as required.
What You'll Be Great At
To be successful in this role, you will need tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or equivalent, along with demonstrated experience in asset management, engineering, budgeting, and project planning and management.
Strong project management skills, particularly in the design and delivery of full project life cycles in roads, bridges, and other asset classes, are also essential.
The following skills and background will be highly valued:
* Demonstrated ability to lead a team of employees and consultants to deliver value-adding asset management and engineering outcomes.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including effective report writing and simplifying technical issues.
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, as well as MapInfo, Intramaps, or similar mapping systems.
* Thorough knowledge and understanding of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Work Health & Safety (WHS) principles and their application in the workplace.
As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong leadership and strategic planning abilities, with the capability to oversee multiple asset projects while ensuring compliance with legislation and industry standards.
You will be an effective communicator who can engage with internal and external stakeholders, influencing decision-making and promoting collaboration.
Your problem-solving mindset, coupled with a keen eye for financial management and risk mitigation, will enable you to drive long-term infrastructure and asset sustainability.
This is a high-impact leadership role where you will play a key part in shaping the future of Tenterfield Shire Council's infrastructure and asset programs.
We are looking for a driven and adaptable professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, is committed to service excellence, and embraces innovation to improve asset management outcomes.
Please note that the successful candidate must have a current, unrestricted Australian driver's licence and hold, or be willing to obtain, a National Criminal History Record Check prior to commencing employment.
What You'll Get
This role comes with a competitive salary up to $135,000 including superannuation dependent on experience.
You will also have access to fantastic benefits, including a 9-day fortnight, leaseback vehicle, 15 days accumulative annual sick leave, ongoing professional development opportunities, and access to our Employee Assistance Program.
This is your opportunity to get out of the city and enjoy a quiet and relaxing life in this beautiful and picturesque part of Regional New South Wales.
Relocation assistance is available, and we will help and support your move to Tenterfield.