Estate Management

Ventia is one of the largest essential services providers in Australia and New Zealand. We proudly provide the services that keep infrastructure working for our communities. We have a diverse and proud heritage combined with a track record for delivering the best outcomes for our clients and the communities in which we operate. 

We are currently seeking an Estate Management & Operational Services (EMOS) Manager to support our Defence Base Services contract at RAAF Williams Air Force Base in Laverton.

As the EMOS Manager, you will ensure contract obligations are met in a safe and environmentally responsible manner; to provide leadership and management to ensure that all resources (management, processes, plant, labour, subcontractors and materials) are utilised to maximise the financial returns and return on capital employed for the contract, whilst maintaining good relationships with clients and meeting required levels of service and contractual obligations.

The role will also provide operational management capability to drive the development, implementation and continual improvement of the Ventia integrated management system to meet legal, contractual and other business requirements.

What you will be doing:

Providing Defence Base Services Managers and Defence uniformed customers with a single point of contact for all Ventia related services being provided on that Base, or in support of it. Coordinating all joint Ventia activities and services for the Base, so that all work is performed cohesively, and with a common, integrated service delivery goal. Integrating and coordinating the activities of other Miscellaneous Service Providers (MSP), such as the Waste and Security contractors, into the broader services being provided by Ventia on the Base. Acting as the Ventia Services custodians of the joint Cooperation Deed with Defence and other contractors. Managing, directing and controlling the Ventia services participation in surge activities such as major exercises and disaster support. Providing advice to National Service Line Managers on local issues affecting the overall performance of operations. Responsible for the overseeing the base profit and loss statements and contributing to meeting required targets and management of the site budget. Managing, leading and taking overall responsibility for all HSE, Financial, Commercial, Recruitment and HR, Business Improvement and Contract Performance Management activities and issues on Base. Acting as the principal Ventia representative at Base forums and managing local issues and complaints resolution

About you: 

Tertiary qualification in Business Management or equivalent professional experience. Strong people management and leadership capability.  Demonstrated project management experience.  A high level of demonstrated management and organisational skills. Demonstrated experience in working within a high pressure, collaborative and consultative work environment. Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work as a high performing member of a team. Demonstrated written communication and IT skills. An ability to work flexibly and adaptively in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders.

What We Offer You:
Ventia have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more, we also offer the following:

A flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter. We take our people's careers seriously, helping them to learn and grow. There's nothing more important to us than keeping our people and the public safe. We look after each other and foster our people's wellbeing.

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

You must be an Australian Citizen and have the ability to maintain a Defence clearance in order to be eligible for these positions, as well as be able to pass an Australian Federal Police Check.

Position Reference Number: 155857

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