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Senior Manager, Infrastructure Property

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Work type: Ongoing full-time
Location: Wollongong
Categories: Property and Assets

Senior Manager, Infrastructure Property (506910)

  • Full time ongoing position 
  • Location: Wollongong
  • Be part of an innovative team, supporting the delivery of significant government infrastructure programs across NSW
  • Salary range $139,787 - $161, 663 + Superannuation and annual leave loading, generous leave provisions, flexible working practices and excellent work/life balance
  • Re-advertised Position with Extended Closing Date

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

Join the Public Works team:

  • Work a 35-hour work week
  • Generous leave entitlements including long service leave entitlements and access to paid parental leave
  • Access to Flex Leave (Time-In-Lieu) to give you more freedom to arrange your work hours and take leave according to your preferences and work requirements
  • Work in a team that supports and encourages growth and development
  • Feel supported by an organisation that genuinely cares about your wellbeing, including having access to our Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

What you need to be successful in this role:

  • Appropriate tertiary qualifications in a property related field
  • Extensive proven work experience in undertaking/managing land acquisitions and property matters for local or state government.
  • Core practitioner training from the Centre for Property Acquisition
  • Expert knowledge and understanding of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991, and strong knowledge of other relevant legislation and regulations related to land acquisition.
  • Leadership skills including the ability to supervise, develop and motivate staff in a commercial environment to strive to improve both their skills and performance at an individual and team level

About the role

The NSW Public Works (NSWPW) Land Acquisition and Property Services Team specialise in providing acquisition services to state and local government clients, facilitating the successful delivery of critical infrastructure projects

As the Senior Manager, you will lead a dynamic and expanding team, overseeing the coordination and undertaking of acquisition projects that are essential to significant government projects. These projects involve a wide range of sectors, including water and wastewater infrastructure, road construction, government buildings and electricity supply.

In this unique role, you will have the opportunity to positively influence and upskill acquiring authorities across NSW, ensuring best practices and fostering excellence in project delivery in alignment with the core values of NSW Public Works.

Reporting to the Group Manager of the Survey, Spatial and Property group, you will:

  • Lead a professional team of property officers.
  • Provide strategic advice regarding land matters, NSW land acquisition processes and associated legislation.
  • Prepare and approve fee proposals for various internal and external client engagements
  • Oversee the Minister for Public Works land portfolio including preparation/reviewing of briefing notes to facilitate land transfers, licences, title rectifications and other related property matters.
  • Support the learning and development needs of team members to contribute to the ongoing professional excellence of the business unit

About us

NSW Public Works (NSWPW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives by providing expert advisory, planning, design, delivery and support services.   There’s nothing abstract about what we do. Just look around. Our work is in the hospitals, dams, water treatment plants and now in the new Bradfield city which is under construction.  Every day we help shape the ambitious projects that bring progress to more people in NSW.  From forging a more sustainable relationship with the land around us, to engineering the big ideas of the future.  In every challenge we see the chance to build stronger and more connected communities.  We do this by developing solutions that show creativity and grassroots ingenuity, providing impartial advice and support at all levels of government and the private sector, and partnering with experts to maximise the benefits of our knowledge and experience.

In PW offices all over the state, you’ll find local expertise for local issues.  We uncover the best talent, scrutinise cost and risk and bridge the gap between private sector and government.  By managing these nuances, projects we work on don’t just get done, they become benchmarks others aspire to.

Join our award-winning team and help make a difference. Learn more about how and what we do in this video.

For more information about the role, please click here to view the role description

If you have any questions about the role please contact Jarad Cannings, Group Manager - Survey, Spatial and Property, 0418 208 985. 

Applying is Easy!  
To apply, please submit a copy of your CV (maximum 2 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 1 pages) that tells us about your relevant skills and experience and how these make you an ideal candidate for this role.  

Closing Date: Sunday 24th November at 11:55pm

Additional Information

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

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