Manager Minor Works and Assets

About VenuesWest

VenuesWest enriches the lives of Western Australians by offering opportunities for those pursuing elite sport, a range of options for individuals or families choosing to live healthy, active lifestyles and a variety of entertainment experiences for everyone. Our vision is to be Australia's leading provider of sport and entertainment venues and precincts.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace

VenuesWest recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace, where all employees feel welcome, accepted and safe to be their true self, and who are celebrated for their contribution and abilities.

We value the unique perspectives and skills that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people of diverse genders and sexualities, and women in management bring to the workplace and community and want to support equality for these groups of peoples. We aim to achieve this through increasing workforce representation. People from these backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply and identify themselves through the application questions. Sections of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) for measures to achieve equality will apply to this process.

If you have any accessibility requirements, including adjustments to the recruitment process, workplace adjustments, or documentation in alternative formats, please contact our People & Culture team on or email 

About the Role

The Manager Minor Works and Assets leads and manages the strategic asset management and facilities planning relative to the Building Condition Assessment (BCA) registers as it relates to VenuesWest assets to maximise positive industry and community venue experiences to ensure compliance with relevant standards, codes, regulations and legislation.

This is a full time, permanent position offering 37.5 hours per week with flexible working arrangements available.  Whilst the position is located at Perth High Performance Centre in Mount Claremont, mobility is required between our portfolio of venues.

What We Offer

The benefits of working with VenuesWest:

• Free on-site parking
• Free membership to our gym and aquatic centres with discounted personal training, access to staff fitness classes and discounts on kid's programs
• A generous Reward and Recognition Program, including opportunity for free tickets to a range of sports and entertainment events
• Ability to achieve work/life balance, including flexible and hybrid work arrangements and a family friendly work environment
• A fantastic social club and culture program with regular activities
• A generous wellbeing program including seated massages, annual Flu Vaccinations & Skin Checks, Corporate Health Insurance discounts, access to free counselling for employees and their immediate family through EAP, optical reimbursement for office-based employees*
• A comprehensive learning and development program
• Payment for re-qualification for essential qualifications and certifications
• Generous leave entitlements including: four weeks annual leave, three additional public service holidays*, long service leave after seven years*, cultural ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees, disability leave, 18 weeks paid parental leave*, and paid partner leave, opportunity to purchase leave and access to salary packaging arrangements
• 12% superannuation

*Conditions apply

About the Person

To excel in this role, you will have demonstrated leadership experience within asset management, minor works and facilities planning. The skills to lead the Minor Works and Asset Management Branch to comply with Australian Standards and other relevant technical, public health and safety standards, occupational safety and health regulations and sustainability principles. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiating skills with the ability to represent VenuesWest in consultation with customers and key stakeholders. Proven experience assisting with staff development and change management strategies. Experience in the maintenance of sports and recreation facilities would be desirable.

For any further job-related information please contact Jana Simpson on or 

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Application Instructions

To apply for this position, you must provide:

• A copy of your current CV

• A cover letter detailing your skills and experience which demonstrate how you meet the essential capabilities:

• Previous relevant experience and sound technical knowledge in facilities and building operations, asset planning, maintenance and contract management, of large-scale complex facilities including:

• Previous experience supervising a team of trade-persons/contractors
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of scope of works documents and contract management
• Experience in the implementation of effective resource management
• Inspires a sense of purpose and direction and focusses strategically by understanding the organisation's objectives, aligning operational activities accordingly and providing direction to team members regarding the importance of their work.
• Establishes clear plans and timeframes for project implementation; Responds to change and uncertainty in a positive and flexible manner; Sees projects and programs through to successful completion whilst achieving quality outcomes.

Evidence of your right to work in Australian Passport, or Citizenship Certificate

The Job Description attached provides a complete list of the capabilities required to fulfil this role.

Please note the closing date and time, as no emailed, late or proforma applications will be accepted.

For technical difficulties, please contact RAMS helpdesk at or email 

Employment Screening

To be eligible for employment with VenuesWest you must have the following at the time of commencement:

• Right to Work in Australia for the duration of the employment contract
• National Police Clearance (Note: having a conviction will not necessarily preclude you from employment. For more information on how convictions are considered, please see the attached information sheet)

Please note that the appointee will bear the costs associated with the abovementioned eligibility requirements.

Future Appointments

Applicants who are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, may be considered for similar vacancies pursuant to the Commission's Instructions No.2 and No.39.