The opportunity we have available This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a small team that makes a genuine and enduring contribution to the Norfolk Island community The Norfolk Island and Mainland Territories Branch is responsible for the social and economic well-being of approximately 2000 people who live on Norfolk Island. This includes the responsible management of Australian Government assets and ensuring residents have access to services comparable to those in regional communities on mainland Australia and other external Australian territories. The key duties of the position include What will you do ? The Branch is looking for a motivated, reliable and experienced person to work on Norfolk Island as Assistant Director Community Assets managing a team and contractors to oversee maintenance and capital work. We are in search of an enthusiastic leader with strong project management and stakeholder skills to manage facilities maintenance and minor capital works for: Norfolk Island Central School; Norfolk Island Police Station; Kingston and Cascade Piers; Selwyn, Cascade, and Nepean Reserves; and the Norfolk Island Health and Residential Aged Care Service (NIHRACS) Responsibilities may also include management of some works for the Kingston and Arthurs Vale Historic Area (KAVHA) To be successful in the role, you will need Have a proven track record in supervisory roles Prepare and manage contracts for the maintenance of Australian Government assets on Norfolk Island, including the procurement of new services and monitoring of existing arrangements Develop and support productive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders to respond to needs, manage expectations, develop solutions and solve problems. Possess a sound understanding of workplace health and safety legislation and its application to the building and construction industry Manage scheduled maintenance and minor capital construction activities across multiple sites Manage systems to provide high quality and timely reports on the progress of projects Provide advice to, and liaise with, Australian Government agencies and officials on Norfolk Island related matters Who are we looking for? To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate your ability to: lead and manage staff to build an effective, high functioning team, and to display resilience. achieve results and quality outcomes by delivering complex programs and managing major contracts on time and on budget, including planning for major investments or procurements. engage and collaborate with key stakeholders, building partnerships and networks across the Division; all levels of government; service providers; and with the community, gaining their co-operation and input. work effectively in a technical environment to act decisively based on your sound judgement, strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. communicate effectively and openly with strong oral and written communication skills to influence and gain acceptance of change. If the successful applicant currently resides off-island then some form of relocation assistance may, at the discretion of the delegate, be available. Travel may be required occasionally to Canberra.
