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The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Asset Management Professional to lead our asset management team. As the Team Leader of Asset Data Systems, your primary responsibility is to develop and oversee the implementation of asset management strategies while ensuring that maintain of robust Asset Databases and Systems are continuously improved upon. Your expertise will be crucial in modelling asset life cycles. This will help determine the optimal solution for renewal treatments, drive optimal asset utilisation, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the organisation's operations. You will also need to be highly experienced in developing asset systems through software programming, GIS mapping and dashboarding to guide the team towards the delivery of critical systems and essential Asset Data to various units within the organisation.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
- Contribute to the maintenance, development, and improvement of Council's Asset Management Systems, including the corporate Asset Database, policies, strategies, and plans.
- Develop and implement asset management lifecycle models for the Long Term Financial Plan.
- Manage Council's asset portfolio, ensuring data integrity through regular audits.
- Coordinate asset inspections and revaluations, supporting data analytics for informed decision-making.
- Assist in workflow redesign and operational reviews to incorporate asset management within Council's structure.
- Lead the development of software solutions for enhanced Asset Data collection and improved customer service.Contribute to the reporting of the corporate asset portfolio in annual reports
- Assist in the preparation of relevant Council reports as required.
- Act in the Coordinator Asset Management role, as needed.
- Lead, mentor, and support Asset Officers in their responsibilities.
- Complete other related tasks as required by the Coordinator Asset Management.
*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.
You will have:
- Tertiary qualification in Asset Management, Civil Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
- A Class C Drivers Licence.
- Proven leadership experience in coordinating high-performing teams.
- In-depth understanding of asset management principles.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
- Demonstrated project management expertise.
- Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, coding languages and GIS applications.
- Knowledge of relevant Acts, Regulations, Legislation, Guidelines, Codes, and Council Policies.
- Proficient in Information Technology, including coding for automation, systems integration, and high-level computer literacy (Word, Excel, Access, Power BI).
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills with high-level strategic and analytical thinking.
- Financial analysis skills for budgets and costing of engineering projects.
- Advanced knowledge of asset portfolio financial modelling applications, such as MyPredictor.
- Experience in coaching and educating staff for understanding, participation, and ownership.
- Flexible, innovative, and multi-disciplinary approach to work.
- Strong attention to detail.
The salary range for this opportunity commences at $118,408 (Grade J, Step 1) + 11% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.
Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.
What’s on offer
- An Attractive Remuneration Package.
- Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
- Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
- Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
- An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
For more information, please contact Hiran Wijeratne (Coordinator Asset Management Services) at hiran.wijeratne@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:
- Resume; and
- Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.
CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible
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