Asset Manager
Ko wai mātou | Who are we
He oranga Whenua, He oranga Tangata, He oranga Wairua. Tihei Mauriora!
At Rangitīkei District Council, we believe in bringing together thoughts, perspectives, and expression from all kinds of backgrounds. Our team strive to create a space and culture where you feel like you belong. We also believe in a balance between work and play that allows you to enjoy life.
Ngā Pou | Values
We are driven by our values.
Our smaller structure means when you join RDC you can make a real difference. Our close-knit team have an impact on one another and the local community every day.
He angitūtanga | The Opportunity
We have created a new advanced specialist role, to provide management and oversight of the asset management of all Council owned assets. This includes all 3-waters infrastructure, buildings, parks and reserves and solid waste assets. This position will manage and successfully deliver asset and activity management plans across the portfolio, ensuring they meet operational needs and resilience requirements.
You’ll be a strong leader ready to support and grow a team that will have significant impact across our communities and the organisation. Our Asset Manager will develop and foster a continuous improvement mentality within the newly established team. This role will give a platform for a senior manager with the relevant experience, attitude, and qualities provide real and long-lasting benefits to Rangitīkei.
This is a fulltime permanent position based in Marton, however travel throughout the district will be required.
He aha te mahi| What you will do
- Provide quality leadership and oversight to Asset Management staff and contractors
- Manage asset management programmes
- Investigate, review, plan and deliver best value asset management plans and processes across the portfolio. This includes the formulation of new asset management systems and policies
- Apply analysis and technical engineering knowledge to define, design and develop solutions and manage outcomes across the lifecycle of the assets
- Deliver the programme of works for the Long-Term Plan and Annual plan, including asset investigations and renewals.
- Support the preparation of Council’s 3 Waters strategic planning documents – Long Term Plan, 30 Year Infrastructure Strategy, Asset Management Plans, Business Plans, Development Contributions Policy
- Manage and deliver all asset valuation requirements.
Ko wai to Pukeka| What you will bring
- A tertiary qualification in an appropriate Engineering or Asset Management field
- Minimum of 10 years post qualification experience
- Proven experience in Asset Management with good knowledge of the Local Government infrastructure sector
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently and to set and meet appropriate standards and deadlines
- A strong team player with proven ability to work well with and interact successfully with other people
- Ability and willingness to learn and adapt to new technology and software in a continuously changing environment
- Thorough understanding and advocacy for the principles of customer first
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
- Flexible working options
- Personalised career and development plans
Tailored wellness benefits
Closing date for this role is 5.00 pm on Sunday 14 July 2024, however applications will be reviewed and progressed as they come in, so get in early!
For any enquiries about this role please contact Arno Benadie – Chief Operating Officer at Arno.benadie@rangitikei.govt.nz or 027 232 9535.
The Rangitīkei District Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome and support people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, religions and those with disabilities or are neurodiverse.