Associate Director, Asset Management

at; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NSW Government agency seeks an Associate Director, Asset Management to drive infrastructure investment and asset management programs. This role involves leading assurance reviews, preparing reports for stakeholders, and improving asset management capabilities within the agency. Ideal candidates have robust public sector experience and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Strong background in infrastructure or asset management.
• Experience working alongside government agencies.
• Ability to navigate complex policy environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead assurance review activities and agency asset management.
• Prepare high-quality reports for executive stakeholders.
• Coordinate development of Asset Management Communities of Practice.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting

Job description

Associate Director, Asset Management - NSW Government

• Location: Sydney CBD (Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days WFH)
• Assignment Duration: 6 months with potential to extend
• Pay Rate: $79.80 per hour + Super
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week

About the Role

We’re seeking a highly capable and strategic Associate Director, Asset Management to join a NSW Government agency at the forefront of infrastructure investment and assurance. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring government infrastructure and asset management programs are robust, aligned to strategic objectives, and delivered with transparency and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead assurance review activities, including planning sessions and reviews of agency asset management artefacts.
• Coordinate the development of Asset Management Communities of Practice and drive continuous improvement in asset management capability.
• Prepare high-quality reports and advice for executive and Cabinet stakeholders.
• Lead special projects focused on improving the performance and accountability of the NSW asset portfolio.
• Work closely with stakeholders to deliver meaningful analysis of trends, risks, and performance across infrastructure programs.
• Provide leadership within the team, overseeing work allocation, development, and performance.

Key Challenges

• Interpreting and synthesising complex information to inform clear and actionable advice.
• Managing multiple stakeholders with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensuring the timely delivery of strategic policy initiatives amidst shifting priorities.

Ideal Candidates

You’ll bring:

• A strong background in infrastructure, asset management, or public sector project assurance.
• Experience working within or alongside government agencies or public sector frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Confidence navigating complex policy environments and managing competing deadlines.

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