Coordinator Parks Assets and Contracts - City of Gosnells

• Full time (76 hours per fortnight)
• Nine-day fortnight option
• Generous superannuation (up to 16.5%, conditions apply)
• Two additional public holidays per year
• Health and Wellness program (including free annual skin checks/flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments, seasonal fitness/yoga and wellness sessions)
• Access to on-site gym facility (at the Civic Centre)
• Free parking onsite
• Great location in Maddington (off Albany Highway, close to Tonkin and Roe highways)
• Salary range: $117,450 to $124,090 per year plus super

About the City of Gosnells (City)

The City serves a diverse community of more than 135,000 residents. The City is a large local government organisation in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About this position

The City's Parks and Environmental Branch is seeking a dedicated professional to lead the Parks Asset and Contracts team.

The focus of this position is to ensure Parks assets maintenance and renewal is delivered to a high standard as well as providing dedicated management oversight to contracts in operation across the branch.

Asset management responsibilities will include implementation of the Parks asset management plan, developing long-term asset renewal programs, delivering capital works projects and managing operational asset maintenance. Contract management responsibilities will involve lifecycle management of contracts in accordance with City Policy, including the development of detailed specifications, contract engagement, operational management, and eventual contract close out.

This is a permanent position based at the City's Operations Centre in Maddington.

To be successful, you must be able to demonstrate:

• Substantial experience in an asset management role.
• Substantial experience managing budgets.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver quality strategic and operational outcomes through the implementation of best practice, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Essential requirements:

• Degree in an Assets, Projects, Parks Management or equivalent qualification.
• Current driver's licence.
• White Card.
• Current National Police clearance (less than three months old). Please note: This is not essential to apply for the role but will be required at a later stage as it is an appointment condition.

Please note: The City reserves the right to invite candidates for an interview before the closing date.

In return we can offer you:

A challenging and rewarding position, competitive salary, additional superannuation contributions, professional development opportunities, as well as the opportunity to work in a friendly environment and contribute to a forward-thinking Local Government organisation.