Asset Manager - FFMVic Facilities

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Job summary

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Asset Manager - FFMVic Facilities to lead the management, optimisation and strategic planning of critical facilities and assets supporting Forest Fire Management Victoria and broader emergency response across Victoria.

You will oversee depots, fire towers, base camps and related assets, develop asset class plans, monitor performance and drive compliance, while mentoring a small team to ensure

Qualifications

• Experience managing assets across their lifecycle, including maintenance and compliance.
• Proven project management and change delivery experience.
• Ability to develop asset class plans and governance documentation.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret performance, risk and financial data.
• Experience engaging stakeholders, managing contractors and industry partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead management, optimisation and strategic planning of critical facilities for FFMVic and emergency operations.
• Develop asset class plans, lifecycle strategies and monitor asset performance.
• Ensure compliance obligations and drive continuous improvement within the team.
• Manage field-based assets and lead a small team supporting operational readiness.

Skills

Lifecycle management

Project management

Governance

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Driver's license

Forklift license

Job description

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC – Melbourne Western Suburbs VIC

Lead the management of critical facilities and operational assets that keep Victoria's emergency management capability safe, reliable and ready.

Are you an experienced asset management professional who enjoys leading teams, solving complex operational challenges and delivering strategic outcomes that make a real difference?

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action is seeking anAsset Manager - FFMVic Facilitiesto lead the management, optimisation and strategic planning of critical facilities and operational asset classes that support Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) and broader emergency management operations across Victoria.

This is an opportunity to join a purpose-driven team responsible for ensuring key facilities and operational assets remain safe, compliant, reliable and ready to support both day-to-day business and emergency response activities. You will oversee a diverse portfolio including FFMVic depots, fire towers, base camps, cache facilities and related operational assets, working closely with regional staff, operational partners, contractors and industry stakeholders.

As anAsset Manager - FFMVic Facilities, you will play a key role in strengthening asset management practices across the organisation by developing asset class plans, driving lifecycle management strategies, monitoring asset performance, overseeing compliance obligations and leading a small team responsible for supporting operational readiness.

About the role

You will bring:

• demonstrated experience managing assets across their lifecycle, including maintenance, compliance, performance monitoring and optimisation
• successful project management and change management delivery experience
• the ability to develop, implement and govern AMAF-aligned asset class plans and supporting governance documentation
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret performance, risk and financial data and provide practical recommendations to senior stakeholders
• experience managing field-based assets and delivering operational outcomes in complex environments
• demonstrated capability in stakeholder engagement, contractor management and building productive industry relationships
• leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop team members while fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• a current driver's licence and willingness to travel extensively across Victoria as required
• a forklift licence (LF), or willingness to obtain one if required.

This role may require physically demanding activities including heavy lifting, prolonged standing, field-based work and working in restricted or awkward environments. Regular travel throughout Victoria will be required, and the position may support emergency management operations during periods of heightened activity.

You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values safety, integrity, readiness and continuous improvement.

DEECA offers:

• meaningful work supporting Victoria's emergency management capability and public safety outcomes
• opportunities to influence statewide asset management strategies and programs
• the opportunity to lead the management of critical operational facilities and infrastructure assets
• a supportive environment that encourages innovation, professional growth and continuous improvement
• opportunities to work with a diverse range of stakeholders across government, emergency management and industry sectors throughout Victoria.

About DEECA

DEECA works to create liveable, inclusive and sustainable communities, environments and industries across Victoria. We value responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.

We are committed to creating a culturally safe, diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued and supported to contribute.

Interested?

For further information, please contactAndrew Loader, Director, Commercial, Logistics and Resourceson0438 491 ***.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Kyle Road, Altona North.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact ***************@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.