Manager Plant & Depot Services

Job Title:  Manager Plant & Depot Services

Location: Gunnedah, NSW 

Salary Range: Grade 21 ($130,879 - $144,466 per year + 12% Superannuation)

Contract Type: Full Time, 35 hours per week

Application Deadline: Monday 8 September, 5:00pm local time

A council truly passionate about community!

Gunnedah Shire Council is an integral part of the Gunnedah community, a vibrant, warm and friendly town surrounded by the expansive Liverpool Plains and framed by the Nandewar Ranges. At Gunnedah Shire Council we are committed to providing a friendly and helpful service to all stakeholders. We are dedicated to Gunnedah being a liveable and accessible community for all ages and demographics. Additionally, as a council we are proud to promote economic and business development in the region.

We are not only invested in the people of Gunnedah, we are also heavily invested in its employees and their future careers. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Manager Plant & Depot to join the Infrastructure Services team. 

Our Next Manager Plant & Depot

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage and control the operation of Council’s Plant and Depot Services Division

• Provide strategic business planning for the development of Council’s Plant, Fleet and Depot Services
• Manage Councils plant, fleet and depot assets to achieve satisfactory levels of service to all internal clients to ensure the long term financial sustainability of those assets
• Plan and undertake maintenance, renewal and upgrade works for plant, fleet and depot assets
• Manage Councils store supplies in an efficient and cost effective manner
• Undertake purchasing and procurement/tendering as required
• Manage and operate Councils depot facilities to service Councils operational activities.
• Perform the Deputy Local Emergency Management Officer function

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Business, Management, or related field or extensive experience relevant to the role. 
• Demonstrated experience in managing and leading a large multi-disciplinary team within a complex organisation across a multi-site work environment.
• Holder of current driver’s license.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability and continued commitment to work according to Councils' policies and Code of Conduct, with or without supervision.

Current valid NSW Class C Drivers Licence (ongoing employment is conditional on maintaining this Licence).

About the Benefits

In this role, you will enjoy working within an organisation with a great culture and a shire with a fantastic sense of community!

In return for your hard work you will receive an attractive salary ranging from $130,879 - $144,466, in line with your skills and experience. You will also receive a range of additional benefits:

• Super
• Salary packaging
• Negotiable relocation assistance
• RDO's every 3 weeks;
• Leaseback vehicle (available for private use) 
• Flexible working options

For further information regarding this role please contact Jeremy Bartlett, Director Infrastructure Services, on 02 6740 2145 or see the Position Description

How to Apply

Please read the Position Description by clicking on the link above.  It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification or skill.  If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!

If this sounds like you, click the Apply button below, complete the application form. Please ensure you answer all questions and upload a current resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for this role, as well as any copies of relevant qualifications that support your application.

Further information

As part of the recruitment process, suitable applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include relevant background checks, functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol screening.

Our recruitment process is primarily via system generated emails.  Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes.

Email notifications may include application confirmation, interview invitations, request for references, and application outcomes.  Please check your email regularly, including your junk email.

Council is an equal opportunity employer is committed to a merit-based workforce that encompasses inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect. We invite, encourage, welcome and value candidate of all ages and from all backgrounds.

For all enquiries regarding the application and recruitment process, please contact the People and Culture team on 02 6740 2188 or peopleandculture@gunnedah.nsw.gov.au