Manager Assets and Technical Services

Morton Philips; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Onkaparinga in Adelaide, South Australia, is seeking an experienced Manager Assets and Technical Services to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for infrastructure asset management, technical services, community assets, spatial data and capital works planning.

With oversight of assets over AUD 2.84 billion and an annual operating budget around AUD 12.019 million, the role drives whole-of-life asset planning, design programs and forward capital works.

Job description

The City of Onkaparinga is South Australia’s largest metropolitan council, serving a rapidly growing community and more than 10 per cent of the state’s population. Recognised as a responsive and innovative organisation, Council is committed to exceptional customer experiences, financial sustainability and creating a better place to live and work. Its professional, supportive culture values customer focus, safety, accountability, collaboration, integrity and respect.
Reporting to the Director Operations, the Manager Assets and Technical Services will lead a multidisciplinary section responsible for infrastructure asset management, technical services, community assets, spatial and asset information, and capital works planning. The portfolio spans roads, bridges, buildings, playgrounds and open space, coastal assets, car parks, footpaths, public lighting, traffic management and water resources, including stormwater.
With oversight of assets exceeding $2.84 billion and an annual operating budget of approximately $12.019 million, this influential role will drive strategic asset management plans, integrated asset and financial planning, design programs and forward capital work program planning. You will champion whole-of-life and best-value principles, guide innovative solutions to complex civil engineering challenges, and strengthen systems and data.
The successful candidate will be an accomplished people leader and influential communicator, with strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and relationship-building skills. Political acumen, sound judgement and diplomacy will be essential, along with the ability to provide trusted advice to executives, elected members, government, industry and the community. Foundational to success will be extensive experience managing complex technical portfolios, programs and resources, supported by strong knowledge of contemporary strategic asset management, asset planning, engineering and design, project governance, ERP environments and continuous improvement. Sound financial acumen, a visible commitment to workplace safety and customer service, and the ability to translate technical advice with clarity will be important. A relevant tertiary qualification and government experience are desirable.
Confidential enquiries and requests for a briefing document can be made by contacting Phil Morton or Jedda Gito at Morton Philips on (08) 510 .