Manager Assets and Major Projects

About the Town

Based in the beautiful inner western suburbs of Perth, the Town of Cambridge has some of the best natural areas, open spaces, recreation, and sporting facilities in the state; Town of Cambridge staff can effortlessly enjoy attractions such as City Beach, Galup and Bold Park in their lunch break, or after work.

Our mission is to maintain and enhance our very liveable suburbs, their streetscapes and character and our vibrant activity centres through strategic, cost-effective management of resources and an enhanced community experience

The Team

The Asset Management team ensures the efficient operation, safety, and longevity of physical assets that support the Town's strategic and operational needs. This involves maintaining and upgrading facilities, managing construction and renovation projects, overseeing the effective use and upkeep of vehicle fleets, facilitating efficient waste management solutions, and supporting informed decision-making. Services in this area include, asset management, major projects, waste and building maintenance.

The Role

The Manager Assets and Major Projects plays a critical role in leading strategic asset management planning, capital works, building maintenance and waste services for the Town. This position ensures the Town's assets are fit for purpose, compliant with legislative requirements, and aligned with organisational goals. Reporting to the Director Infrastructure and Works you will lead the Town's Asset Management team and be responsible for overseeing operational and workforce performance and development, mentorship and guidance, while ensuring alignment with the Town's strategic business planning. With your proven expertise in delivering capital works, contractor management and maintenance programs, you will ensure that all projects meet high quality, safety and environmental standards.

This position is offered on a five-year performance-based contract, and you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package depending upon qualifications and experience. This package includes a base salary range $156,000-$176,800, statutory superannuation of 12% plus up to 5% optional additional super, negotiable with the successful candidate.

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate's core values will mirror the Town's values of Friendly and helpful, Teamwork, Creativity, Integrity, and Respect, and be able to demonstrate the following:

• Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strategic asset management experience, including development of asset management policies, asset management strategies and maintenance plans.
• Highly developed conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success in managing and delivering a range of high value infrastructure related projects.
• Strong budgeting, financial management and contract management skills.
• Experience in effectively managing a wide range of stakeholders in sensitive environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated influencing and negotiating skills.

Eligibility

• Australian working rights
• National Police Clearance (no older than 3 months)
• Tertiary Qualification/s in Building, Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Asset Management, Construction Management or similar related field.

How to apply

If you want to help contribute to the Town of Cambridge and make a difference to our community, we would like to hear from you

For further information, including detailed positions descriptions, selection criteria, and how to apply for this position please visit the Town of Cambridge Careers page:

Closing date:  5pm, Wednesday, 29 October 2025; interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Therefore, the Town reserves the right to close applications prior to the aforementioned date.