Job description
The Area Manager role is based on the Gold Coast and is responsible for strategically leading and managing MSQ marine safety and waterway operations within the Brisbane regions diverse and complex waterways.
You will be responsible for fostering strong stakeholder relationships and managing expectations with Regional Councils, Action Groups and Industry to proactively manage and address challenges such as developing safety initiatives for complex waterways, monitoring recreational vessel activities, management of vessel sewage and behaviours of waterway users.
You will take the lead role in planning, delivering and monitoring services, ensuring that, at an area level, the region is delivering services efficiently and your team are contributing to strategic goals that will make a difference across the safety and operational services provided by MSQ.
Accountabilities include:
- Be politically aware and proactively consult with key stakeholders
- Establish and maintain effective networks
- Proactively contribute as a member of the Waterway Operations Leadership team
- Plan, prioritise and allocate work
- Lead a team of Marine Officers, managing the team's day to day operations in order to deliver on MSQ's priorities
- Develop and manage budget
- Provide legislative advice
- Manage and prepare correspondence including ministerial, general enquiries and complaints
- Take a lead role in responding to maritime emergencies
This role reports to the Director Waterway Operations.
Mandatory requirements:
- Pass a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) check
- Hold a C class drivers licence
For more information about how to apply, the accountabilities of the role and the competencies that form the basis of assessment, please refer to the full role description.
Gary Crozier, A/Director Waterway Operations can be contacted on 07 5573 2307 should you have any questions about the role.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/554604/24
Closing Date: Thursday, 11th April 2024