THIS POSITION IS BASED IN FREMANTLE (COMMUTING TO ROTTNEST ISLAND AS REQUIRED)APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE ATMIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 27 NOVEMBER 2024The Commercial Manager is responsible for strategic management and oversight of RIA’s property and commercial portfolio including strategic lease and business management, oversight of workflows and processes, allocation of work to team members, managing budget processes, leading property and commercial projects and asset lifecycle planning and management.The position also manages 2 team members and supports the Director Contracts and Planning in the strategic management, planning, formulation and implementation of RIA’s goals and policy development.At RIA, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will be a Leading Leader to help drive positive change.Selection CriteriaApplicants should address the following essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total. Desirable criteria will be assessed as required.EssentialExtensive experience in strategic management of a portfolio of licences, leases and ancillary agreements in a commercial environment.Strong planning and organisational skills and proven ability to meet deadlines under pressure and achieve business outcomes.Excellent drafting and communication skills including experience in drafting documents for presentation to a Board or senior level managers.Strong stakeholder relationship management skills including influencing and negotiating skills.Conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills including ability in interpreting and applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures.Demonstrated experience managing people to deliver organisational outcomes including effective management of finance, physical and human resources.Applies and promotes the principles of equity, diversity and work health and safety in the workplace.About UsWe are a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:Benefits of working with usThe department offers a broad range of benefits with some listed here:Flexible working arrangements.11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.Annual leave to be adjusted based on the position, e.g. 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.3 days additional public sector holidays each year.Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parenting leave.A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.Well-established learning and development programs.Relocation Costs: A proportion of relocation costs may be covered at the discretion of the RIA.For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.How to apply:All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages).current CV, including the details of two referees.For further job-related information: contact Claire Piper on 0455 627 136 or for further information about the Rottnest Island Authority, visit https://www.ria.wa.gov.au/.We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.Substantive Equality StatementRottnest Island Authority supports and values diversity and aims to build a workforce that is representative of the community we live in. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. People with disabilities will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.For adjustments required in the recruitment process, please contact the selection panel convenor.Attachments: - job_description_form_ria3162460.pdf- DBCA Job Application Form.docx- DBCA Job application kit.docxYou can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.
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