Requisition Number: 595
Salary Range: Competitive Salary Package
Position Type: Five (5) Year Contract
Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Portsmith
Application Close Date: Sunday, 13 April at 11.30pm AEST
Lead the success of service delivery in the vibrant region of Cairns!
Cairns Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and exceptional leader to join our Cairns Infrastructure & Assets Directorate as an Associate Director Service Delivery. You will work in a supportive and collaborative work environment where your leadership will directly make a lasting impact while working alongside a dedicated team of professionals.
Whether you are interested in a new career challenge or a change of scenery, this role offers the chance to become an influential leader while enjoying the desirable lifestyle of Far North Queensland.
About The Role:
- This is a key leadership position within the Cairns Infrastructure & Assets Directorate. The Associate Director will develop and implement goals, services and programs necessary to deliver cost effective and efficient services to the community.
- Ensure the establishment and ongoing operation of effective service teams.
- To ensure continual proactive relationships with stakeholders, the Associate Director will assist the Director Cairns Infrastructure & Assets in liaising with key stakeholders of the Council.
- Assist in liaising with the Mayor and Councillors and the Chairpersons of Committees relevant to the responsibilities of the Department.
- Act as Department spokesperson to address media and community groups in accordance with the Councils media policy.
About You:
- Proven senior leadership experience with a focus on strong relationship management.
- A proven reputation for excellent people management and negotiation skills.
- Appropriate Tertiary qualifications with demonstrated project management experience and understanding of project management methodology.
- Sensitivity awareness to economic and environmental factors within the Cairns community and the ability and judgment to resolve conflicting objectives.
- A proven commitment to the delivery of quality customer service.
- Proven experience in mentoring and coaching employees.
- Ability to provide effective leadership of change.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and proven ability to communicate with external parties, including media and industry partners.
If you have a passion for leading and implementing efficient services to your community, we want to hear from you!
Some benefits we offer:
- Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates.
- Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships
- Recharge with Four (4) weeks annual leave per annum.
- Up to 3 weeks personal leave
- Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
- Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
We are committed to:
- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
Now we want to hear about YOU!
Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.
Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
• Phone: (07) 4044 3310
• Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au
• Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council
