Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS). All applicants offered employment will be required to successfully undergo a pre-engagement screening check, even if they have a security clearance. The screening check is conducted in accordance with the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework requirements. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Baseline level. The successful applicant/s must be willing to share all relevant and required information.
Job description
Scrivener Dam was built in 1963 to contain the water of the Molonglo River to form Lake Burley Griffin. The Lake is the architectural centrepiece of Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin’s vision for the National Capital of Australia. The Lake is an important place for recreation and commercial activity in Canberra, plays host to numerous National Institutions on its foreshores, and is the backdrop for many significant events in Canberra.
The Manager, Lake and Dam is responsible for managing these iconic assets. You will work closely with our contractors to deliver operations and maintenance services. You will undertake a diverse range of capital works projects to renew and replace associated assets. Additionally, you will be responsible for stakeholder engagement with the Lake User Group and engagement with other government departments and stakeholders. You will get experience in many other areas that that contribute to the strategic direction of the NCA.
To be successful in this role you will need excellent project and asset management skills. Communication and people skills will also be needed. All of your skills will be deployed in an environment of public stewardship.
This is a unique opportunity to expand your career and contribute to management of an iconic and important place in Canberra.
For a confidential discussion about this role, please call David Wright on (02) 6271 2832
Duties
Please see attached position description.
Qualifications/Mandatory Requirements
Qualifications in a related field such as engineering, land, water, or dam management are mandatory. Alternately, extensive industry experience which demonstrates competence in one of these.
Ability to gain and maintain a security classification of Baseline is mandatory.
Preferred experience
Substantial experience working in an asset or estate management environment would be an advantage.
Selection Criteria
Ability to effectively operate asset management programs and systems, ensuring better practice and process improvements.
Understanding of government processes and statutory obligations, particularly in procurement and contract management.
Project management skills with highly developed analytical and conceptual skills.
Ability to manage a small team.
Communication (both written and oral) and relationship management skills.
We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region.
We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.
