Manager, Works And Services

Manager Works and Services

Great opportunity for a sharp & talented Works Team Leader / Supervisor to take the next step in their career.

• Permanent Full Time Position
• Established local government in WA

Our client delivers a wide range of services to their clients, as well as advocacy on behalf of the district and its community to the other levels of government and their agencies.

They have a rare job opportunity available for a talented Manager Works and Services, to join their friendly team, in a permanent Full-Time opportunity at their head office at site.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an organisation that is focused on delivering successful outcomes.
  
The Perks:

• Relocation assistance provided.
• Free Fully furnished rent-free accommodation.
• Matching superannuation contributions of up to 5%, in addition to the Super Guarantee
• Financial assistance of up to $5,000 towards the cost of study and time off to complete study.

The Role:
  
As the Manager Works and Services, you will be responsible to provide both strategic and operational direction across all major projects and works programs with a focus on road construction and maintenance, parks and gardens, waste management and business wide asset management. You will ensure the Works and Services team have appropriate resources to ensure they contribute to achieving the overall strategic objectives of the organisation and facilitate effectiveness and efficiency.
  
The role will primarily be responsible for the pre-planning and delivery of civil infrastructure works (both maintenance and construction activities), which may include roads, bridges, stormwater drainage and associated infrastructure assets ensuring that scheduled and reactive maintenance works are delivered within nominated response times and ensuring that quality, environmental and safety standards are met and projects are delivered within budget.
  
The position will provide guidance to the Leading Hand – Works and Services who will undertake the coordination, day-to-day oversight, and supervision of work crews to carry out the required Works and Services.
  
The Responsibilities:
  
Some of your key responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
  

• Undertake the planning, scheduling and quality control of annual works programs and all civil works.
• Co-ordination and supervision of labour, plant, cost estimates, work programs, risk management assessments, services identifications and locations, and materials scheduling,
• Oversee the monitoring of works to ensure they are completed in accordance with agreed plans and specifications.
• Monitor financial reports and budgets to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Understanding of contract management principles with proven experience in delivering works with contractors.
• Set works programs and priorities for jobs on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Source materials required for the works program for projects as requested.
• Supervise and participate in the maintenance, upgrade, and construction of the various sealed and unsealed roads.
• Assist with and provide input into the preparation of the annual and 5 year works programs.
• Establish a performance culture and lead by example.
• Other duties as directed relevant to the position and level.

  
About You:
  

• Relevant degree qualifications or equivalent with extensive practical experience.
• High level written and verbal communication skills with the ability to relate to officers at all levels and members of the public.
• Well-developed financial management skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to provide clear advice and assistance to staff as well as other officers within the organisation.
• Highly developed problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to think creatively and be innovative.
• An advanced knowledge and understanding of construction, maintenance, park and gardens and waste where it is required to analyse complex options and make decisions.
• Working knowledge of plan and design interpretation.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and plan/organise work allocated.
• An ability to work under pressure, working across several projects at the one time.

  
If you have experience in these areas, relevant local experience, full working rights in Australia and want to join an organisation that is professional and provides an opportunity to grow, then apply today to be considered.
To submit your application, please apply today with your Resume and a Cover letter in WORD Format only.

Your interest will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
If this job is not the right fit for you, however, you are looking for a new position, 

please contact on 0420828*** or email **********@powerstaff.com.au for a confidential discussion on your career.