Team Leader Buildings, Electrical and Energy Management

• Full time
• Salary Range $124,700 - $132,925 per annum + super

Who we are:

The City of Salisbury is one of South Australia’s largest and most progressive Councils, serving a growing community of 147,000 residents in a region of ever increasing economic and social importance to the State’s future. With a total income of $144m, assets of $2.1b and a significant focus on progressive community engagement and partnerships, the City has an exciting future focused on enhancing economic, social and sustainability outcomes.

The Role:

Reporting to the Manager Urban, Recreation and Natural Assets, this newly created position is responsible will play a pivotal leadership role in driving best practice asset management for Council’s building, electrical and lighting assets. The City of Salisbury has a diverse range of buildings and facilities that cater to a wide range of community needs. This includes the newly constructed Salisbury Aquatic Centre and state of the art Salisbury Community Hub.

Working closely with the Community Development Department, community clubs, and a broad range of stakeholders, the responsibilities include:

1. To ensure that buildings and facilities are maintained and performing in accordance to the asset management plan.
2. To ensure that Asset Management Plans for building assets, lighting infrastructure and electrical infrastructure are established and operating efficiently and sustainably delivering on strategic objectives and community expectations.
3. To ensure that good governance practices are in place that manage the full life cycle of assets.
4. To ensure that energy usage across Council assets are optimised, reducing wastage, operating cost and carbon footprint.
5. To ensure that Council’s leases and licenses are managed in accordance to Council’s policies and legislation, while ensuring that customers receive good customer care.
6. Building and maintaining strong relationships with community clubs

This position will have the unique opportunity to contribute in shaping one of the fastest growing cities in South Australia.

Specialist Skills & experience:

• Highly developed leadership skills
• Tertiary qualification in asset management, engineering or related field and/or commensurate demonstrated experience in lieu of formal qualifications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of asset management of buildings, lighting and electrical infrastructure.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships and consult, negotiate and communicate with all levels of management and staff, government agencies, stakeholders and the community, both verbally and in writing.
• Highly developed problem solving skills

Why you want to join this Team!

It’s an exciting time to join the City of Salisbury as we embark on a journey that will transform our City Centre through large scale urban renewal. With around $3 billion of state, local, and private investment currently underway or proposed in the City of Salisbury, Council continues its mission to facilitate projects and investments that realise Salisbury’s vision as a progressive, sustainable and connected community.

The $200 million redevelopment of the heart of Salisbury will bring a range of new uses to the City Centre, giving local community and visitors the opportunity to live, work and be entertained in the heart of the City, surrounded by some of the best amenities in the northern region.

The City of Salisbury is committed to continually activation and improving our City for the betterment of our community.

City of Salisbury is renowned as an employer of choice, offering outstanding working conditions, which include:

1. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employees at City of Salisbury enjoy a robust benefits package includes income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries, health and wellness programs designed to support their overall well-being including skin checks, health seminars, flu vaccinations and free access to counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Programs.
2. Professional Development Opportunities: The City prioritises continuous learning and career growth, offering employees access to training workshops, seminars, study leave, and tuition reimbursement programs to enhance their skills and expertise.
3. Work-Life Balance Initiatives: Recognising the importance of work-life balance, City of Salisbury promotes flexible work arrangements and generous leave policies, flexi-time and opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
4. Inclusive and Supportive Workplace Culture: Diversity and inclusivity are core values at City of Salisbury, fostering a supportive environment where all employees are valued and respected.
5. Community Engagement: Employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through various community engagement initiatives supported by the City.

These outstanding working conditions reflect City of Salisbury's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent, promoting employee well-being, and fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Further information is available by accessing the Position Description.

Specific enquiries can be made to Jonathan Foong on 0451 619 397

Applications close 9am, Monday 19 August 2024

People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.