We are a passionate organisation, connected in our shared goal to be ‘sector leading’ in all that we do for the community and each other. Home to over 100,000 residents, Bayside City Council's enduring purpose is building extraordinary places, thriving communities, and better futures.
Bayside Council is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing an accessible and safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity, and inclusion. Our organisational strategy is made up of three priorities and we consider these in everything we do: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Customer Experience and Results Matter.
We want everyone to be as proud of what we are achieving – and as excited about our future – as we are, and we are committed to working together to achieve this.
Reporting to the Director Environment and Infrastructure this diverse and impactful senior management position leads a small team to oversee a revised, higher-level approach to the strategic management of Council’s key contracts.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership to staff managing contracts for buildings, drainage and civil infrastructure maintenance.
- Lead the review and renewal of major contracts to ensure that they are fit for purpose to deliver value and excellent service to the Bayside community
- Perform the role of contracts superintendent
- Lead the ongoing review of policies and practices within the department to ensure they are appropriate, efficient and responsive to customer needs and expectations
Applications are sought from candidates who bring extensive experience and knowledge of current practice in civil infrastructure services and a detailed understanding of sound contract management. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are critical, and tertiary qualifications in engineering, asset management, infrastructure, or related discipline are expected.
Highly developed analytical and conceptual skills will allow the development of innovative, evidence-based planning and a demonstrated understanding of the principles of sound community engagement and experience in effective practices will be critical.
Download a copy of the position description by copying https://tinyurl.com/yp7v68a3 into your browser or contact Charlie Cole at Camden Search on charlie@camdensearch.com.au for a confidential discussion.
Applications will close on Sunday 16th November and any enquiries will be treated with absolute confidence. Third-party or direct applications will be forwarded to Camden Search.
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