Senior Executive Officer Salary Full-time permanent opportunity to lead asset management strategy and frameworks across Council and drive best practice outcomes Located at St Kilda Town Hall with flexible working arrangements available About City of Port Phillip We are a vibrant and diverse inner-city council stretching 20kms from South to Port Melbourne along the stunning bay beaches down to Elwood and out to St Kilda East with around 1000 people who all work together to deliver more than 100 programs and services to our engaged community of residents, businesses and visitors. What does that mean? Think, childcare, libraries, parks, recreation, waste rubbish collection, road maintenance, family and youth services, property & assets, city planning & development, customer experience, digital technology, governance, people, culture and safety, and of course South Melbourne Market! City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation. What’s The Role All About We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic leader to oversee and transform Council’s asset management function. Reporting to the Manager Property and Assets, you will lead a multidisciplinary team to manage the lifecycle of Council’s $3.6 billion asset portfolio — from planning and renewal to data management and compliance. This role requires both technical excellence and collaborative leadership. You will bring expertise in enterprise asset management, capital program delivery, and lifecycle planning, alongside the ability to lead organisational change and embed best practice frameworks. 1 x full-time permanent What You Might Do Lead Council’s asset management function in line with ISO55000 standards, legislation, and Council priorities. Drive continuous improvement of asset management frameworks, policies, and systems to achieve advanced practice. Oversee total lifecycle asset management activities including asset condition assessments, register management, renewal planning, and financial reporting. Lead the development and implementation of the annual infrastructure renewal program. Provide expert advice to Executive, Council, and community stakeholders on asset management strategies and priorities. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including Road Management Act obligations and reviews. Act as data owner for infrastructure assets, maintaining integrity of Council’s Asset Register and systems. Manage contracts, budgets, suppliers, and audits related to asset and infrastructure projects. Lead, coach, and empower a team of senior specialists across asset planning, data, and capital delivery integration. Who We Are Looking For Extensive experience in strategic asset management and lifecycle planning, ideally in a complex or public sector environment. Strong knowledge of enterprise Asset Management Information Systems, frameworks, and legislative compliance. Demonstrated ability to deliver organisational change programs that advance asset management maturity. Proven success in leading multidisciplinary teams and influencing outcomes across technical and community contexts. Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide high quality advice to Executive and Council. Relevant tertiary qualification in Management, Engineering (Civil), Asset Management, or a related field, with significant professional experience. Our work environment We love what we do and are all proud to work at the City of Port Phillip. Yes, we are local council, and we are one with vibrancy, passion and ambition who are a welcoming, health conscious, diverse and inclusive. Our Main location at the iconic St Kilda Town Hall offers a heritage and modern open plan hub to work from where people can collaborate and develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community. Proudly as one we all work together, and grow together, thinking creatively and strategically with courage, integrity, and accountability to put our community first. What’s In It For You We offer a hybrid working model with our core setup being 50-60% in the office depending on team requirements and welcome further conversation to meet your working style and needs. Be supported and empowered to be your best by a passionate leadership team that encourages collaboration and innovation. Discounted fitness membership with access to over 260 gyms, pools, group classes and facilities across Melbourne for you and your family! Our work hubs are located close to our very own Child Care centres making accessing childcare a breeze! Career development opportunities within your team and/or across council plus a great study assistance allowance of up to $4000 per year per person and 6 hours per week study leave (on approved courses only). Flexible working conditions, an active social club, supportive health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Our very own Pride Network, that helps create an environment where each and every person can feel safe, welcomed, seen, and supported to bring their whole selves to work. 20 weeks paid parental leave and our pioneering 24 weeks paid leave for single parents. Access to novated leasing and salary sacrificed technology. Security Requirements And Professional Obligations Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments. Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide: Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences, Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and Sufficient proof of their identity. Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider. Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation). So, what’s next? Hit that APPLY button now! Whether you think you meet all the requirements or not, we strongly encourage you to apply, as we take a holistic approach to considering your skills, life experience, and alignment to our key selection criteria. You’ve got this! Please submit: Resume – latest and detailed version Cover letter no longer than 2 pages that captures your response to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) found on the Position Description (PD). Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered. For further information, please contact Vicki Tuchtan, Manager Property & Assets via email Vicki.Tuchtan@portphillip.vic.gov.au Applications close 11.59pm, Tuesday 14 October 2025. The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA community and candidates with a disability. If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Yass Mustafa (Recruitment and Employee Experience Advisor) on phone 0468 576 806 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au PD Head of Asset Management September 2025.pdf
