Infrastructure and Asset Manager

• Earn an attractive remuneration package ranging between $114,612.15 - $123,428.47 plus superannuation.
• Drive infrastructure and asset projects in close collaboration with local Operations Managers and Consultants, directly contributing to community development 
• Benefit from a comprehensive range of perks, including relocation assistance, remote area allowance, salary sacrifice options, 6 weeks of annual leave plus 10 days of personal leave, and more!

Our passion for community is at the heart of everything we do

Our vision is to be a leader within the Australian Local Government and develop a broad range of strategies that will help shape our vision for the region through excellent service delivery and community engagement. We also aim to build one of Australia's most sustainable, vibrant, and diverse regions. Victoria Daly Regional Council runs a range of programs to engage the Indigenous communities.

For more information, please visit our website: https://www.victoriadaly.nt.gov.au/

How you’ll make a difference

Victoria Daly Regional Council is seeking a full-time Infrastructure and Asset Manager based in Katherine, NT. 

This role supports and assists the Director of Council Operations in the provision of infrastructure asset management, civil & capital works, and operational services to ensure high productivity and effective staff supervision across the region.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing high-level administrative and technical advice on infrastructure management
• Managing and supporting the infrastructure and planning team
• Developing and implementing asset management and replacement plans
• Managing the asset management budget, including forecasting and reporting
• Preparing and reviewing asset management plans and schedules
• Ensuring compliance and quality in project and contract management

You will be directly involved in the delivery of a wide range of critical grant-based and state-funded Council projects. Your work will touch on various areas such as infrastructure upgrades, staff housing community facilities, environmental sustainability, and disaster recovery initiatives. 

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As the Victoria Daly region has a large Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population, you will need to ensure cultural sensitivity and awareness across all activities.

What you’ll bring to the team

To be considered for this role, qualifications or extensive experience in Project Management, Asset Management, and/or Procurement is required. Having a Certificate IV in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or equivalent is desirable but not essential.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Extensive knowledge of contract and project management
• Demonstrated ability to forecast, develop, and manage budgets
• Proficiency in writing complex, non-standard documents
• Administration and financial management knowledge and skills
• Strong planning and organisational abilities
• Knowledge of procurement practices and legislative requirements
• Ability and willingness to travel to remote communities
• Prior experience working in a remote community or regional council (highly desirable)
• Work Health & Safety understanding

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong communication skills, the ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and the capability to review and streamline practices. This role demands a strategic thinker and an adept leader capable of managing multiple functions daily and adapting to change.

This is a transformative opportunity for a dedicated professional eager to make a significant impact in regional development and infrastructure management. We are looking for someone who is not only skilled in their field but also a perfect fit for our collaborative and forward-thinking team.

A rewarding role - in more ways than one

In addition to a competitive salary of circa $114,612.15 - $123,428.47 per annum + superannuation, the successful candidate will enjoy rewarding work in a part of the world rarely seen by outsiders. 

 You will also receive access to a range of additional generous perks, including:

• Relocation assistance available up to $5,000 - let us help you make Katherine your new home
• Remote area allowance of $1206.60
• Salary sacrifice options available - increase your take-home pay
• 6 weeks of Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
• 10 days of Personal Leave
• Travel allowances
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid training and study leave
• Ongoing professional development opportunities - the Council actively supports the career progression of its employees through internal hires for leadership positions

Ready to Apply?

Are you experienced in Project Management, Asset Management, and/or Procurement and looking for a role where you can support diverse programs and remote communities? Apply Now!