About Us
At James Cook University, we value our people and strive to grow and diversify their skills to deliver a sustainable future for the Tropics.
We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Strategic Asset Planner to join our Estate Directorate. The role is full-time (36.25 hours) and based at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus.
About the Role
As the Strategic Asset Planner, you will lead the development and implementation of an optimized asset performance management program, working within JCU's Strategic Asset Management Framework and maintenance strategy.
You will:
* Oversee the lifecycle management of the University's built and natural environments, optimizing performance and improving compliance.
* Mitigate asset management risks, including safety, financial, and operational risks, by collaborating with stakeholders across the organization.
* Drive the development of strategic asset management frameworks, maintenance, and replacement programs to achieve prioritization outcomes.
* Implement a whole-of-business approach to asset planning, transforming operations and enhancing reporting and compliance practices.
* Foster a culture of high-quality asset management by building strong stakeholder relationships and promoting effective engagement and education.
* Lead and develop a high-performing team focused on teamwork, innovation, and employee wellbeing.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
We are looking for someone with tertiary qualifications and extensive asset management experience, supported by a proven track record of delivering strategic asset planning services within large and complex organizational settings.
Your exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills enable you to influence strategic decisions, provide thorough analysis and guidance, and keep stakeholders well-informed.
You must have strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, as well as leadership and management experience, successfully working with diverse stakeholders, industry representatives, consultants, and customers.
Additonally, you must be highly computer proficient, including advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word, along with the ability to effectively utilize mobile devices.
About Our Values
At JCU, we're not just shaping minds; we're shaping the future.
We are dedicated to helping the world's tropical regions prosper, with research and education in some of the world's most critical areas, including marine biology, environmental science, tropical and rural health, and more.
Why Choose JCU?
JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected.
We support and empower our people through generous benefits, including:
* A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper.
* Five weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading.
* 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year.
* Up to six months paid parental leave.
* A range of flexible working options.
* Staff study assistance and paid study leave.
* Ongoing professional development support.
* Fitness Passport.
* Corporate discount on health insurance.
* Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling).
* Well-equipped modern facilities and contemporary workspaces with access to on-site childcare and medical services at our Townsville and Cairns' campuses.