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Form of work Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.
The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.
About the position:
This opportunity has arisen due to a review of the City’s organisational structure, which has seen a number of minor changes to our operating model. The scope of this position has altered to focus solely on the critical area of managing the City’s property asset portfolio. Responsible for all aspects of land and property acquisition, ongoing management and disposal, this position will be required to lead and manage a team in the delivery of strategic planning, legislative compliance and the effective project management of both preventative and operational maintenance for all City assets.
Key accountabilities:
Oversee the preparation of an overall budget for the branch that is informed by the development and management of City building assets, a capital works program and a strategic approach to maintenance, land acquisitions and disposal.
Manage the City’s land acquisition, disposal and all statutory compliance processes for all land matters.
Develop the strategic planning and direction of all land use assessment of the City and Crown land holdings.
Develop, implement, monitor and review an Asset Management System for City building assets and facilities.
For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment
To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Phil Melling, Director Development Services on 08 9956 6628.
Position requirements:
The successful candidate will possess a degree in Business, Economics or Project Management with relevant experience, or a lesser qualification with significant experience. Demonstrated experience and skill in leading a high performing multidisciplinary team is required, as is extensive experience in the development of strategic business plans and business cases, budget management and project management.
Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.
Remuneration and benefits:
This role is offered as a five (5) year fixed term negotiated contract. A salary package of up to $163,768 per annum will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.
Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:
Up to 19.5% Superannuation
27 annual leave days per annum
Health & Wellbeing Program
Flexible working arrangements
Career opportunities
Study Assistance
Centrally located
Free parking
Interested in applying?
For information on how to apply for this position, visit the City’s website: www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment
Applications close 4pm Wednesday 14 December 2022.
Ross McKim
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
