Coordinator Asset Strategy
HAYS
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- Location
- Victoria
- Type
- Casual
About the role
Coordinator Asset Strategy
Contract till 5th Feb 2027
Paying up to $81.70 per hour + super
Hybrid working
Southeastern suburbs
Hays is excited to be partnering with a well-regarded local council in the southeastern suburbs who're seeking an experienced Coordinator Asset Strategy to lead a high-performing team responsible for the strategic management of a diverse infrastructure asset portfolio.
This leadership opportunity will suit an experienced asset management professional who can combine technical expertise, strategic thinking, and people leadership to drive long-term asset sustainability, service delivery outcomes, and informed investment decisions across the organisation.
About the RoleYou will lead the Asset Strategy function and provide specialist advice on asset planning, lifecycle management, asset information systems, and infrastructure investment priorities. You will be responsible for developing and implementing asset management strategies that support both current and future community needs while ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and financial sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the Asset Strategy team, providing strong leadership, mentoring and technical guidance.
- Develop, review and implement asset management plans for key infrastructure assets.
- Provide expert advice to support strategic decision-making relating to asset performance, service levels and infrastructure investment.
- Oversee the integrity and continuous improvement of asset data, systems and information management processes.
- Develop and enhance reporting frameworks, performance measures and asset management tools.
- Monitor asset and service performance and provide recommendations regarding funding priorities and long-term asset planning.
- Provide technical expertise on infrastructure design standards, construction practices and asset lifecycle performance.
- Prepare executive reports, presentations and briefings for senior leadership and Council.
- Manage projects, operational budgets and annual work programs to ensure delivery within agreed timeframes and budgets.
- Support strategic organisational initiatives, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement activities.
Key Selection Criteria
- Extensive experience in asset management planning, asset strategies, policies and systems, ideally within a local government or infrastructure environment.
- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Asset Management, or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of asset lifecycle management principles, risk management and long-term financial planning.
- Proven experience managing asset information systems, condition assessments and asset performance data.
- Demonstrated budgeting, financial forecasting and financial modelling capabilities.
- Strong people leadership experience with the ability to mentor, develop and motivate high-performing teams.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and presentation skills.
- Understanding of the local government operating environment and relevant legislative frameworks, including risk management obligations and the Road Management Act 2004.
- Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide strategic recommendations that support organisational objectives.
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Josh.Richardson@hays.com.auThis role also requires for all applications who’re successful to have a Police Check and a valid Driving Licence.#3026216
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