Director Infrastructure Services

Services Senior Executive Officer Package – Permanent, Full Time

• Executive leadership role
• Competitive remuneration package (including salary sacrifice full private vehicle use)
• Values-based organisation
• Ongoing professional development including support to maintain networks and exposure to other professional networks
• Senior mentoring opportunities
• Salary sacrifice and salary packaging opportunities
• Stunning Regional location, overlooking the ocean

All applications to be submitted online via Glenelg Shire Council online recruitment platform 

Our Values| Respect| Integrity| Teamwork| Service Excellence|Innovation

At Glenelg Shire Council, we are a diverse, multi-skilled, high performing workforce which shares the same commitment to providing exceptional services and results to our community.

Council takes pride in being a child-safe organisation and is dedicated to the wellbeing of children, young people, and all employees. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experience of all employees.

The Glenelg Shire is located in Victoria's southwest corner and is renowned for its geographic features which include the Budj Bim National Heritage Landscape, abundance of beaches, scenic and rugged coast, large national parks, deep-water port and the Glenelg River, and is home to almost 20,000 people. Whether you enjoy bushwalking, skiing, ocean swimming, paragliding, or simply relaxing on the beach in your spare time, the Glenelg Shire has it all.

We respectively acknowledge the traditional lands and waters of the Gunditjmara,  Boandik and Jarwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages. Council embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive community.

About the role

The Director Infrastructure Services reports to the CEO and forms an integral part of the Executive Team. This position will be based in Portland, Victoria.

We are seeking a strategic minded leader who will empower and support staff, providing authority and latitude to accomplish tasks to a high standard. With strong communication and relationship skills, you are open and responsive to change, capable of adapting and leading your team to successful outcomes. 

Portfolio and responsibilities; executive level leadership of the Infrastructure Services division, encompassing;

• Project & Engineering (Asset Management and Maintenance, and Engineering)
• Roads & Infrastructure Maintenance (Roads, Parks, Infrastructure, and Fleet & Inventory Management)
• Local Port of Portland Bay operations
• Airport operations
• Environmental & Facilities (Waste transfer stations)
• Cleaning Services

Additionally, as a member of the Executive Leadership team you will be expected to proactively contribute to the achievement of Council's vision, values, and corporate goals;

• Provide leadership in accordance with organisations values framework
• Drive change and best practice to deliver high quality strategies and practices in service delivery, project and asset management
• Enhance and maintain strong stakeholder and community engagement
• Actively participate in scheduled Council briefings, Council meetings, public presentations including community listening posts and Q&A forums
• Drive the delivery of capital works programs with a focus on a culture of safety
• Ensure continual focus on strategy and customer focus

About you

• Experienced Senior Leader
• Collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with the ability to nurture high performing teams
• Exceptional public and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strategic-minded, innovative leader
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
• Strong understanding of working in a local government context. For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description link which contains the candidate information summary.

For further information please refer to the Candidate Information Summary

Pre-employment Requirements:
Positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page. You will be guided to complete our online application form. When submitting your application, please ensure you upload the following supporting documents:

• A brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role, including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the Candidate Information Pack
• Resume.
• Copies of relevant qualifications (if applicable).

Applications Close: Sunday 11 August 2024 at 11:59pm

Looking for further information please contact:

Name: Shelley Bourke
Position: Executive Manager People & Culture 
Contact Phone: (03) 5522 2331