Executive Manager Infrastructure Services
Job No:
PEAK522
Location:
Mapoon
Executive Manager Infrastructure Services
- Based in Mapoon full time | Close to Weipa
- Well run council with abundant opportunities for further economic development
- Base salary up to $150K + Super + Vehicle + Subsidised rental property
Closing Date: Monday 5th December at 10 AM
About the Region
Mapoon is located 85 km north of Weipa and approximately 860km north of Cairns. One of the most scenic areas on the Western Cape, Mapoon enjoys the bounty produced by the Wenlock and Ducie River systems and the abundance from the Gulf of Carpentaria. The ecology is diverse and an abundance of birdlife, there is plenty to see and do. Mapoon is one of the gem places where you can finish work and hook a barramundi before tea-time.
Land tenure in the Shire is Deed of Grant in Trust (DOGIT) held by both MASC and the Old Mapoon Aboriginal Corporation. Native Title determination was achieved in 2014 and several Indigenous Land Use Agreement are active with the Mokwirri PBC.
Mapoon is situated in the bauxite mining area and access is through the Rio Tinto Weipa northern section of their mining tenement. The region covers 110,000 hectares and has a population of approximately 300.
About Council
The Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council consists of the Mayor and four (4) councillors who are elected by the residents of Mapoon for a four (4) year term. The Executive Management Team is made up of the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Managers in Finance, Corporate Services, Works and Land and Sea Rangers. The annual budget for the Council is approx. $90 million with a staff establishment of around 50 people.
About the position
The position of Executive Manager Infrastructure Services is accountable to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and is responsible for the strategic leadership of the following functions/Services:
- Infrastructure
- Mechanical Workshops
- Building and Construction
- Disaster Management
- Emergency Services
- Asset Management
- Project management and delivery
- Technical working group
We are seeking candidates with a strong Local Government experience who can lead and develop teams focused on serving their community.
For a full briefing document , please click HERE
For further information re: the council, please click HERE
About You
We are seeking a suitably qualified executive who knows what it takes to run a community based government organisation. We are seeking someone with strong leadership capacity and a vast knowledge and experience in the building and construction sector and all things infrastructure.
Others will describe you as having unlimited drive and energy with ambition to get things done. Understandably you will have strong interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills and be renowned for your ability to communicate with those with varying levels of education and understanding of the work required. You will also display genuine empathy, appreciation and an understanding of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island culture, systems and protocols.
Why this role
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council is a peaceful and beautiful location with easy access to Weipa and nationally prices supermarkets and an airport with regular flights to Brisbane and Cairns.
This is a small council who delivers in spades for it’s community and to be part of the community ever evolving story as a leader would suit a candidate with drive and passion for delivering the best outcomes for council.
How to Apply
Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. A cover letter is not mandatory but may be added if so desired. When uploading your Resume or documents please ensure file names should only include 'A-z', '0-9', '.' and '-' characters.
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Applications will close on the Monday 5th December 10 am. Please ensure you leave adequate time to complete your application before the closing date and time.
For a confidential conversation, please call Cole Berman at Peak Recruitment Services on 0428 642 119.