Full time, ongoing
Band 7, $93,172 pa + Super

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 10 February 2025

 

Mount Alexander Shire is known for its local food and wine, for a vibrant arts community and breathtaking natural surrounds.

Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or rail, and with Melbourne only 90 minutes away, you’ll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with great services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.

The role

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to ensure Council’s assets are managed responsibly and effectively with regard to cost, safety and fulfilling legislative, regulatory, audit and reporting requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Develop, implement and review a range of asset management policies, strategies and plans.
  • Managing and maximising the use of our asset management and geospatial information system.
  • Coordinate the collection of asset condition data in a timely cycle and in accordance with Asset Management Plans.
  • Administer and maintain the integrity of Council’s Asset Management System, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards.
  • Assist with the development of the Capital and Maintenance Works Programs in accordance with Council’s targets.
  • Undertake financial and performance modelling, including end of financial year revaluation reports.

Our ideal candidate

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • relevant experience and qualifications in asset management
  • expertise in managing Asset Management (and Geospatial) Information Systems and software applications
  • demonstrated skills and knowledge in budget development and management, maintenance and construction of road infrastructure, capitalisation and valuation
  • a current Victorian Drivers License

Benefits

  • Annual salary increases
  • Hybrid working options – work from home and the office
  • Flexible working arrangements, including options for part time work and rostered days off
  • Wellbeing initiatives and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Generous leave provisions, including purchased leave options and paid parental leave
  • Cross-skilling and professional development opportunities

Visit the Why work with us page on our website for more benefits.

Contact

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Paul Diss, Manager Engineering, on (03) 5471 1793.

How to apply

Visit our website and review the Information for applicants, then apply via our Current Vacancies page.

Please ensure your application includes:

  • A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the position
  • A copy of your current resume
  • Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position description

Additional information

Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse.  We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.

Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.

For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website. 

 

Salary

Competitive

Monthly based

Location

Mount Alexander Shire Council, Lloyd Street, Wesley Hill, Castlemaine, Shire of Mount Alexander, Victoria, 3450, Australia

Job Overview
Job Posted:
3 weeks ago
Job Type
Full Time
Total Vacancies
1

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Mount Alexander Shire Council, Lloyd Street, Wesley Hill, Castlemaine, Shire of Mount Alexander, Victoria, 3450, Australia