Full timePermanent full time role (or would consider 0.8 FTE or above) | Hybrid working arrangements.Location flexible - considering candidates based across the South Island.Highly Strategic, newly created leadership role - help shape and implement Asset Management best practice.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao TuroaDepartment of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai's (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whanau, hapu and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.Sitting within the Organisational Support Group, we have recently seen the establishment and centralisation of the Asset Management Unit, which will form a 'Centre of Excellence'. This team will deliver a more efficient and streamlined asset management service across the department.Reporting to the Director Asset Management, the Strategic Asset Manager will provide functional leadership for the operationalisation of asset management best practice across DOC. We are looking for a great leader who can bring great strategic asset management experience. We are open to considering candidates across the South Island for this role.The position will be focussed on:providing leadership to asset management planning and asset inspection functions aligned to best practice initiativesproviding specialist asset management expertise to develop, implement and manage regional asset management strategiesimplementing and monitoring best practice asset maintenance programmes with a health and safety lens to ensure the DOC team and visitors are connecting with nature safelycollaborating and consulting to key stakeholders (internal and external), to provide specialist advice, knowledge-share and improve efficienciesleading and developing a talented team providing clear guidance and structure to achieve key deliverablesensuring DOC operates as an honourable treaty partner.If you have some of the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:A passionate and energetic leader and mentor who leads by example and empowers their team to achieve a common goal.Experience implementing strategic asset management, compliance management or quality assurance within an operational environment.Exposure using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in support of asset lifecycle management (SAP/EAM or similar) is essential.A strategic mindset, you can think 'big picture', make pragmatic decisions and align business initiatives to the wider DOC strategy.Strong understanding of asset management principles, systems and processes.A strong collaborator, you're able to build trust and influence stakeholders, taking on others opinions whilst remaining on track.Current full New Zealand driver licence.Understands the impact DOC and the wider public sector/government has on the Maori-Crown relationship.DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.The salary range for this position is $113,712 - $161,659 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory - this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.Me he patai ano | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Aleena Antony, Senior Recruitment Advisor, ****** #J-18808-Ljbffr
