Asset Manager

Asset Manager

Campus Management - UWA

• Exciting opportunity to establish and lead a new asset management team at UWA with a focus on delivering value from all UWA assets through the development and implementation of a fit for purpose asset management system and cross functional asset management maturity activities
• Level 9 / full-time on an ongoing basis
• Base salary range: $123,330 – $130,504 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

Campus Management is responsible for planning, designing, developing, and managing the University’s campus and property portfolio to support teaching, research and campus life. Campus Management delivers a range of University-wide services including strategic planning, property management, facilities operations, major projects and developments, sustainability, landscape, security and transport. Within the Central Service Delivery Centre (SDC) sits Campus Management’s Maintenance and Services team. The role shares accountability for the operational delivery of Campus Management services and its primary customers are the Central Units and the University’s estate.

About the opportunity

As the appointee you will, under broad direction, be responsible for leading the development of the UWA asset management system (AMS), including plans such as the strategic asset management plan (SAMP), asset management plans (AMP’s) and lifecycle plans. You will also monitor and report on the Asset Management System and its effectiveness to deliver on the intended asset outcomes. As part of the Campus Management operations and maintenance leadership team, you will be pivotal in ensuring asset management strategies are in place to ensure UWA facilities are available and fit for purpose to support core business activities. You will be responsible for managing the development and implementation of ISO55000 aligned best practice asset management principals to strategically manage UWA’s property and associated infrastructure assets including the development of asset lifecycle plans for infrastructure assets, inclusive of buildings, plant, utilities, equipment, roads, pathways and drainage and grounds.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• Previous experience in developing asset management systems essential.
• Relevant qualifications, ideally in engineering, mechanical, electrical or refrigeration, or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience at an appropriate level
• Extensive Asset Management and Facilities Management knowledge in particular PAS55 or ISO55000 understanding.
• Proficiency in a range of office computing skills (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, database, internet, email, record management)
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders quickly, manage client expectations and influence change.
• Strong Lean and 6 Sigma Knowledge
• Excellent people and team management skills with ability to communicate and report in clear succinct manner.
• Experience in managing programs of work and minor works projects.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards, BCA, Federal, State, and local codes
• Previous experience in CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System) applications such as Maximo.

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: P23 219 POSITION DESCRIPTION [Asset Manager] - Position Number [321434] - Level [9].pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 15 February 2024

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Andrew Thomson at **************@uwa.edu.au

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at *********@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.