Buildings Asset Planner

ABOUT US

South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.
We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.

Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.

Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.

 ABOUT THE ROLE

• Full Time Ongoing
• Band 7 - $101,414.98 plus 11% superannuation
• Flexible and Hybrid work arrangements available

We are seeking a Buildings Asset Planner to join our small, dedicated facilities planning team. This important role works within the Infrastructure Planning department which is considered the asset owner of buildings and works to ensure the portfolio is fit for purpose, well maintained, and renewed appropriately to meet community needs.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Planning projects and preparing technical specifications for Council Capital Works Building projects.
• Updating and reporting using asset and project management and systems.
• Handling community requests for changes to infrastructure and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Prepare Council briefings and reports on building matters.
• Assist in managing Council’s building assets, contribute to the future planning of Council’s Building Portfolio and the continued development of the Building Asset Management Plan.
• Prepare project scopes, specifications, tender documentation and organise construction plans including acquiring all relevant information required in readiness for tendering purposes.
• Update and maintain appropriate Council records/systems including project and asset management software.
• Provide guidance and advise on all legislation and regulations relevant to building code requirements for a wide variety of building projects.

 ABOUT YOU

You will have:

• A Degree or Diploma qualified in construction management OR be a Registered Building Practitioner – Builder with the Victorian Building Authority OR related discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislation and regulations relevant to building code. requirements and building asset management principles and practices.
• At least 10 years relevant experience in building planning and construction, preferably with local government experience.
• Proven track record in project planning and contract management/administrative skills of contractors and consultants within the building industry.
• Proven experience in formulating technical specifications, plans and obtaining permits.

You will also have the ability to effectively lead the management of contractors, have proven experience in community consultation, project working group and stakeholder management; and have highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.

 WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!

• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Rostered Days Off offered for full time roles
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
• Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
• Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
• Mentoring, coaching and secondments
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments

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NEXT STEPS

If you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest! You must answer your questions in the fields below, please do not attach them in a separate document, doing so may affect the progression of your application. You will also be required to upload two documents, your resume and cover letter.

Your application will be reviewed after the closing date and we will be in contact via email regarding your progress. Please ensure you check your Spam Folder.

All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed.
The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.

 
To view the Position Description for this role, please CLICK HERE.

Enquiries to: Glenn Wearne, Coordinator Building & Recreation Assets on 03 5662 9***

 Applications close Midnight Wednesday 17 April 2024.

Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.

South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9*** and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.

If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9*** or email **************@southgippsland.vic.gov.au