Business Services Manager

Torrens to Darlington Alliance, comprising of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia is partnering with the South Australian Government to deliver the $15.4 billion River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project, the largest and most complex project ever undertaken in South Australia

The T2D Project involves constructing 10.5km of non-stop motorway, including two separate tunnels with three lanes in each direction, connected by an open motorway. Open to traffic in 2031, the Alliance is offering an incredible opportunity to be a part of an iconic project, career stability and the opportunity for career progression and development.

**The Opportunity**:
We are seeking an experienced business manager to provide high level business and administrative support to ensure the efficient functioning of the Communications and Stakeholder Engagement (CSE) team.

Reporting to the Director, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement, the Manager Business Services, is responsible for managing all cross-functional matters affecting the CSE team such as safety, risk management, financial and human resource management, associated business processes, reporting, strategic planning and organisational improvement.

**Key responsibilities**:

- Provide high level support to ensure the efficient and effective management of business functions across the CSE team
- Develop and maintain effective and strategic networks, relationships and communication channels, both internal and external, to increase CSE team effectiveness and achieve Alliance goals
- Manage all cross-functional matters affecting the team including - financial, human resource management, business processes, compliance and contractual obligations, business reporting, strategic planning and organisational improvement
- Ensure strategies and plans developed by the CSE directorate are translated into meaningful performance targets and provide regular reporting for senior management
- Lead and coordinate risk management (including register, audits, content review etc.) with the CSE Director
- Prepare correspondence, briefing notes and reports in relation to specific projects, initiatives and issues ensuring that submissions are accurate, timely and have appropriate signoffs.
- Lead and develop business improvement projects, including consultation with key stakeholders across the CSE directorate and Alliance

**About you**:

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a business management role within a fast-paced environment, preferably within a larger complex government or private organisation
- Demonstrated experience in leveraging digital tools to improve organisational performance including MS Teams, SharePoint and MS Office products
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through ensuring everyone has an opportunity to contribute and is open, honest and prepared to have difficult conversations
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and innovation by challenging assumptions and established views and generating ideas to deliver goals more effectively
- Experience in dealing with sensitive and/or political issues with tact and diplomacy and maintaining complete confidentiality

**We Offer**:
Your success is our success, and as an Alliance, we are committed to being an employer of choice in Adelaide. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives and ideas are valued as crucial to our long-term success.

We are invested in your future with us and prioritise providing rich career experiences and ongoing development opportunities to support your growth.

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