EL1 - Assistant Director, Community Assets, Norfolk Island and Mainland Territories Branch

Title EL1 - Assistant Director, Community Assets, Norfolk Island and Mainland Territories Branch Classification Executive Level 1 Employment Type Ongoing / Non-Ongoing, Full Time Salary $122,667 - $139,534 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation Business Division Territories Branch / Section Norfolk Island & Mainland Terr, NI Operations Location Norfolk Island We want to recruit the best people to our department. Our roles support flexible work arrangements including the opportunity to work from one of our departmental offices and hybrid (mixture of office and home‑based work). A merit pool may be formed and used to fill future similar vacancies in these locations and other locations within the same metropolitan area. Security Clearance Baseline Vetting Job Reference No 47020 Contact Officer Charles BRISTER or Closing Date 11 .59pm AEDT, Sunday 4 January 2026 Diversity and Inclusion The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTQIA+ people. The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women’s progression into senior leadership. The opportunity we have available This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a small team that makes a genuine and enduring contribution to the Norfolk Island community. The Norfolk Island and Mainland Territories Branch is responsible for the social and economic well‑being of approximately 2000 people who live on Norfolk Island. This includes the responsible management of Australian Government assets and ensuring residents have access to services comparable to those in regional communities on mainland Australia and other external Australian territories. What will you do? The Branch is looking for a motivated, reliable and experienced person to work on Norfolk Island as Assistant Director Community Assets managing a team and contractors to oversee maintenance and capital work. We are in search of an enthusiastic leader with strong project management and stakeholder skills to manage facilities maintenance and minor capital works for: Norfolk Island Central School Norfolk Island Police Station Kingston and Cascade Piers Selwyn, Cascade, and Nepean Reserves Norfolk Island Health and Residential Aged Care Service (NIHRACS) Some works for the Kingston and Arthurs Vale Historic Area (KAVHA) To be successful in the role, you will need: Have a proven track record in supervisory roles Prepare and manage contracts for the maintenance of Australian Government assets on Norfolk Island, including the procurement of new services and monitoring of existing arrangements Develop and support productive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders to respond to needs, manage expectations, develop solutions and solve problems Possess a sound understanding of workplace health and safety legislation and its application to the building and construction industry Manage scheduled maintenance and minor capital construction activities across multiple sites Manage systems to provide high quality and timely reports on the progress of projects Provide advice to, and liaise with, Australian Government agencies and officials on Norfolk Island related matters Who are we looking for? To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate your ability to: Lead and manage staff to build an effective, high functioning team, and to display resilience Achieve results and quality outcomes by delivering complex programs and managing major contracts on time and on budget, including planning for major investments or procurements Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders, building partnerships and networks across the Division; all levels of government; service providers; and with the community, gaining their co‑operation and input Work effectively in a technical environment to act decisively based on your sound judgement, strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills Communicate effectively and openly with strong oral and written communication skills to influence and gain acceptance of change May relocate to Norfolk Island if currently off‑island; relocation assistance may be available at the discretion of the delegate; travel occasionally to Canberra may be required RecruitAbility RecruitAbility is a scheme which aims to attract and develop applicants with disability and also facilitate cultural changes in selection panels and agency recruitment. Job applicants with disability who meet the requirements are advanced to the next stage of the selection process: Opt into the scheme Declare they have a disability, and Meet the minimum requirements of a vacancy advertised in the scheme More information can be found at RecruitAbility scheme: A guide for applicants | Australian Public Service Commission. Minimum Requirements Effective people management and leadership skills Develop and support productive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders Ability to prepare and manage contracts for the maintenance of Australian Government assets What else can we offer? Our breadth of work provides unmatched opportunities to apply your subject matter expertise while discovering new interests across our Division. Our collaborative and supportive culture fosters high performing teams where you are valued for your expertise, experiences and point of view. We provide a respectful and inclusive working environment. Build your knowledge, skills and experience through our commitment to learning and development and professional opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr