Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) Assistant Director - Property Manager Tasmania Kingston TAS Who we are The Finance Division supports the department to be efficient, effective, and financially sustainable through our business partnerships, the Finance Service Charter and our specialist centres of excellence. The division provides financial and management advice and support to the department, the offices of the minister and assistant ministers and to industry stakeholders. The division delivers on business objectives through the provision of high-quality customer service, advice and support and a nationally consistent approach to business, with consideration to the government's tight fiscal environment, its significant reform agenda and the department's imperative to maintain financial sustainability.The Property, Infrastructure and Physical Security Branch leads the department's: Strategic approach to emergency management, security, property acquisition, management, maintenance, and disposal to drive sustainable commercial outcomes that contribute to long term asset planning and governance, while ensuring safety and compliance. Strategic approach to manage, monitor, and report on the efficient and effective use of property. Related resources, with a focus on minimising waste and enabling sustainable outcomes while driving Net Zero targets. The Property Planning and Capital Works section is responsible for monitoring and managing the department's accommodation utilisation as well as the execution of capital works projects.The key duties of the position include: As Assistant Director - Property (Hobart Property), supported by a small team, you will be responsible for supporting the property planning and capital works team in the management and administration of both accommodation and capital works in Tasmania including the following key duties: Lead and manage a team that is responsible for a range of property-oriented services and tasks to support operational needs across departmental Tasmanian sites, including but not limited to assets, facilities maintenance, property management issues. Lead a team that delivers capital project works across property and security in Tasmania, including relevant procurement activities, in consultation with the WOAG property service provider. Provide advice on Tasmanian property leasing, property planning and strategy implementation. Provide support to Directors, Accommodation planning and capital works teams. Maintain/draft policy and procedures associated with DCCEEW accommodation. Engage with a range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes. Build and sustain effective relationships with team members and actively participate in teamwork and group activities. Resolve real property issues using expertise, identifying alternative courses of action. Interpret and comply with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks. Produce briefs, reports and other correspondence. Managing the performance of the Whole of Australian Government (WOAG) Property Services Provider. What we are looking for Knowledge and experience Our ideal candidates will have knowledge or experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Property project management, procurement, facilities management and or contract management.Our ideal candidate will be able to deliver one or more of these disciplines by displaying the following, including but not limited to:Manage the delivery of property and project management services at a range of properties. Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-disciplined team that inspires, empowers and drives positive change in delivering the strategic, policy and operational requirements of the Department. Demonstrated business management experience with a good understanding of Whole of Government financial policies, procedures and guidelines. Experience and proven effectiveness in stakeholder management and service delivery. Experience and proven effectiveness in managing projects and contracts. An ability to present complex information in a simplified manner to deliver business outcomes. Excellent verbal and written skills. Demonstrated capability to interact with all levels of the organisation, including at an executive level, and to negotiate with a range of stakeholders. A proven ability to work as part of a team and to drive service delivery performance. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and to work with stakeholders remotely. Ability to develop, maintain and nurture a range of internal and external stakeholder relationships. Ability to critically think and problem solve complex issues. Ability to design and set policies and procedures associated with project management. Ability to mentor and supervise junior staff. Demonstrates public service professionalism and probity and fosters these qualities in the team. Skills and capabilities Strong leadership and management skills and the ability to engage positively, and with influence, with the Department's senior executives. Ability to develop influential working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Sound understanding of the management and practice of incidents management and handling to achieve positive outcomes. Demonstrated analytical skills including the capacity to respond to issues and facilitate solutions and advice. Well-developed written communications skills supporting an ability to initiate, produce and review high quality briefings and correspondence. Highly developed organisation skills and the capacity to manage competing demands and to meet deadlines. Ability to create an environment where staff can identify and realise opportunities for continuous improvement to achieve quality outcomes. The ability, and the confidence, to make sound judgements and decisions based on thorough research, problem-solving, innovation and evidence-based practice, to achieve effective business outcomes. Possess a high level of personal integrity and adherence to the APS Values and Code of Conduct. Desirable qualifications Qualifications in project management, procurement or related disciplines would be highly regarded, but are not essential. Citizenship - To be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen. Security Clearance - This position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level. Pre-employment Check - Your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period of 6 months. #J-18808-Ljbffr