- Council Policies and procedures including the Code of Conduct followed with no oversights.
- Ensure Councils Workplace Health and Safety Policies and Procedures are followed and carried out.
- Contribute to the ASC Management Team in a proactive and constructive manner
- Participate in the information of the budget for the department and to monitor performance of the department against the adopted budget
- Ensure the delivery of all services that the department is responsible for in an efficient and effective manner and in accordance with the Council’s adopted annual operational plan
- Oversight of Property management including but not limited to commercial properties, staff accommodation and all associated legal compliance
- Pursue the goals and objectives of ASC’s 5-year Corporate Plan
- Ensure ASC meets legislative requirements and all contract or grant conditions in the delivery of service
- Ensure ASC complies and is correctly aligned with the Corporate Governance principles
- Ensure the meaningful timely reports are provided to the Council and CEO as required to enable Council decision making
- Monitor the performance of all staff within the department to ensure a positive culture of staff development, support and performance
- Contribute and assist the CEO in the development of strategy to build a better community of Aurukun and to build a strong, responsive and agile Council organisation
- Ensure compliance with all ASC policies including the Code of Conduct
- Ensure that Corporate Service personnel are delivering a high level of Customer service and support to all agencies, stakeholders and residents
- Ensure all records management is secure and in line with legislative requirements
- Undertake other duties as directed by the CEO.
- Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate discipline as Business, Accounting or Local Government
- Experience in successfully communicating, negotiating and interacting with Aboriginal people and demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal culture and customs.
- Proven ability to develop effective and inclusive relations with Indigenous and / or diverse communities and stakeholder groups in a way that recognises their diversity and cultural values, and at the same time aligning with organisational and community values.
- Strong leadership and management skills within a complex, multi-disciplinary environment
- Demonstrated experience in leading teams to achieve agreed outcomes and meet compliance requirements of quality and timeliness
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement plans, and measure results
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for improving service delivery and business performance
- Proven change management skills
- Demonstrated successful experience in managing Corporate Services in a public sector environment, including managing human, financial and capital resources to provide efficient and effective service delivery
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven track record in developing effective leadership within a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders
- A sound knowledge of Local Government legislation and regulations, and commitment to updating skills and knowledge to meet changing trends and legislative compliance
- Proven conflict management and negotiation skills
- Experience of living and working in a remote community
- Hold a current C Class Motor Vehicle Licence
- Ability to pass a criminal check
- A salary of $155,000 to $185,000 depending on qualifications and experience plus superannuation
- Company vehicle with approved personal use within Queensland
- Mobile phone
- Subsidised accommodation provided
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% Leave Loading
- Flights to Cairns from Aurukun in accordance with council policy
- Isolation Leave in accordance with council policy
- Relocation expenses in accordance with council policy
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Summary of role requirements:
- Looking for candidates available to work:
- Monday: Morning, Afternoon
- Tuesday: Afternoon, Morning
- Wednesday: Afternoon, Morning
- Thursday: Afternoon, Morning
- Friday: Afternoon, Morning
- 1 year of relevant work experience required for this role
- Working rights required for this role
- Expected start date for role: 04 April 2024
- Expected salary: $155,000 - $185,000 per year