Oceo-015 Manager Major Projects

Please read all information carefully before applying.

This position is responsible for the coordination and successful delivery of Council’s major and complex projects within a timely manner and budget. This position will work closely with the Program Management Office (PMO), individual consultants, contractors, Executive Managers, Managers, and Chief Executive Officer to deliver the requisite planning, monitoring, financial oversight, regulatory compliance, construction management, and commissioning necessary to deliver the approved projects.

Employment Status: 

>        Employment Type: Executive Contract - Full Time, Limited Tenure (Up to 5 Years)

>        Location: Charters Towers, QLD 4820

>        Remuneration Package: Up to the value of $174,000.00 per annum

The successful candidate will have:

• Successful experience in providing strong, decisive leadership and management in delivering major and complex projects.
• Significant working knowledge of relevant Local Government and experience in the delivery of projects within a multi-disciplinary project environment.
• Participate as an active member of Council’s Management Leadership Team (MLT).
• Experience in developing an Organisational Unit and contributing to a Directorate and Council’s strategic management including community needs analysis, strategic and operational planning, performance frameworks and the development of appropriate policies and systems.
• Experience in implementing successful change and continuous improvement within a significant service delivery area pursuing innovation and excellence in service delivery.
• Ability to provide effective workforce management with a focus on performance, building workforce capability, a strong positive work environment, and a workforce culture consistent with Council’s vision, mission, and strategy.
• Competent in the effective management of human, financial, physical, and other resources to achieve Council’s business objectives and to meet the needs of the community.
• Experience in representing and promoting a critical service delivery function within the community, business sector, other local authorities, government agencies and broader environment and build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Plan, execute and complete programmes and projects relating to areas of accountability, within set timeframes.
• Proven ability to monitor and manage budgetary expenditure.
• Responsible for making and keeping records in accordance with legislation, information standards and other relevant guidelines and procedures and ensuring records are captured in the authorised recordkeeping system.

Relevant tertiary qualifications in one of the following (or ability to attain) or equivalent experience in:     

• Project Management

• Construction Management

• Civil Engineering

• Local Government Management

• General Queensland Construction Induction Card     

To submit an application for this position please email your cover letter detailing how you meet the position requirements as outlined above in the “About You” section and resume to *******@charterstowers.qld.gov.au.

For further information please view the Information Kit.

For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please call Martin Drydale, Chief Executive Officer on 0436 420 *** or email ********@charterstowers.qld.gov.au.

11:59pm Monday, 25 March 2024.

Late applications will only be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.