Manager Community Buildings Planning And Asset Management

Manager Community Buildings Planning andAsset Management

About your new role

As the Manager Community Buildings Planning andAsset Management, you will oversee a diverse portfolio of assets ensuring effective compliance and Asset Management, capital works, maintenance Planning and specification of strategic projects. 

You will lead and inspire your team of 30 staff and work with community assets including HOTA, major sporting venues, community centres, libraries, aquatic centres, off-street parking facilities, libraries, cemeteries, clubs and leased buildings.

This is an exceptional opportunity to bring your proven management and leadership skills to lead and engage a team and strategically implement community building Planning and Asset Management business unit initiatives.

For more information on the position, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

We're looking for people who have:

• Bachelor Degree of Engineering/Asset Management or equivalent knowledge.
• Qualifications in Business Management (desired).
• Substantial industry knowledge and experience at a senior level in asset lifecycle management.
• Experience in financial management and budget development and control to ensure cost-effective results with significant Asset Management financial responsibilities.
• Ability to provide strategic advice and solutions for Asset Management planning to ensure portfolio and program deliverability.
• Demonstrated leadership skills to manage a multi-disciplined team of professionals, with the ability to clearly and influentially articulate a vision and encourage, support, and mentor others.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal, negotiation, oral and written communication skills inclusive of a highly collaborative work style to work closely with other asset planners and delivery areas.
• Comprehensive knowledge of statutory requirements, policies and procedures relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions and strategies that improve business outcomes and resolve challenges in a complex environment.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future

As a 5-star employer of choice, we care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• Coaching and advice to develop your leadership competencies
• Study allowance provisions
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you and an immediate family member
• Salary sacrifice provisions including vehicles on novated lease and superannuation

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply for this role

For more information about this role, please view the attached Position Brief document.

Click on the 'Apply' button to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and upload a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

As part of our selection process, you may be required to undertake a one-way video interview via Criteria, face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams. You may also be required to undertake reference checks via Xref, police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks and drug and alcohol testing.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.