About the Opportunity

Parkes Shire Council is seeking an experienced and dynamic Executive Manager Operations to lead our Operations Department. This role is critical in delivering our Operational Plan and contributing to our strategic direction, ensuring the community receives high-quality services and infrastructure. You will join a collaborative Executive Management team dedicated to innovation and excellence, aligned with Council's mission: "To deliver progress and value to the community."

Further information on the role accountabilities is contained in the Executive Manager Operations Position Description.

Benefits

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment. 

The role has been evaluated as being within Grade 21 of Council's salary structure, and offers a starting salary of $140,000 per annum (includes civil liability allowance). Commencing salary to be determined upon the qualifications, skills and experience of the successful candidate. A market allowance may be considered for an exceptional candidate. 

Benefits of working at Council include:

• Choice of a leaseback vehicle or a motor vehicle allowance
• 35 hour working week and a fortnightly rostered day off (RDO)
• Four weeks Annual Leave per year
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years
• Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
• Health and Wellbeing initiatives including two (2) Health and Wellbeing days available per year
• Flexible working arrangements available
• Relocation assistance available including up to 80% reimbursement of removalist costs - 40% upon commencement and 40% after 18 months service. 
• Professional development opportunities available

In addition, we value work-life balance and offer opportunities for training and professional development.  We encourage and support our employees in further developing their knowledge, skills, and capabilities through tuition fee support and study days for employees studying towards tertiary or vocational qualifications.

Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.

About You

The successful applicant will require excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills in order to promote Council's decisions, services, projects and events. 

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline with demonstrated contemporary experience in a similar role; or substantial contemporary experience in a similar role, coupled with ongoing professional development to support contemporary knowledge. 
• Contemporary knowledge and experience in the planning and delivery of infrastructure works at a management level. 
• Demonstrated understanding of Lean methodology.
• Demonstrated experience in project and contract management. 
• Proven ability to engage with and influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve fit-for-purpose outcomes that drive the achievement of strategic goals. 
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, including influencing and negotiation, research, information analysis and report writing to facilitate planning, decision- making and continuous improvement. 
• Demonstrated staff management experience, with proven track record of leading, developing and supporting staff to achieve work targets and objectives efficiently and effectively. 
• Current Class C Drivers Licence.

It will be highly desirable if you possess any of the following:

• Relevant postgraduate project or business management qualification(s).
• Local Government experience including relevant legislative and regulatory framework.
• Knowledge of the role, functions and responsibilities of Local Government.

This role is perfect for a proactive and diligent individual eager to shape the essential services that maintain our community's infrastructure. We value community, innovation, integrity, respect, safety and teamwork, and we're seeking someone who embodies these principles. 

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that values safety, innovation, and community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!

For more information, please contact Council's Director Operations, Logan Hignett on (02) 6861 2333 or via email at Logan.Hignett@parkes.nsw.gov.au

Join us in making a difference to the Parkes community!