Information Pack MANAGER PROPERTY SERVICES CONTACT Gemma Sheridan | Talent Consultant, Leading Roles M: 0407 009 243 E: [email protected] www.leadingroles.com.au ABN: 53 142 460 357 Privacy Information: Leading Roles is collecting your personal information in accordance with the Information Privacy Act for the purpose of assessing your skills and experience against the position requirements. The information you provide in your application will only be used by employees of Leading Roles. Your information will be provided to authorised Council Ofcers, including Human Resources and the relevant selection panel members. But it will not be given to any other person or agency unless you have given us permission, or we are required by law. CONTENTS THE PERSON AND THE POSITION 6 KEY SELECTION CRITERIA 9 SELECTION AND SHORTLISTING 10 ORGANISATIONAL CHART 11 COUNCIL VISION 12 OUR STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS 12 OUR COUNCILLORS 15 OUR SHIRE 17 BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY 18 EDUCATION 22 LIFESTYLE 23 LOCAL FESTIVALS AND EVENTS 24 SPORT IN OUR SHIRE 25 OTHER TOWNS 28 Narrabri Shire Information Pack Manager Property Services 3 A NOTE FROM THE General Manager 4 Narrabri Shire Information Pack Manager Property Services Narrabri Shire has taken the first steps into an unprecedented period of growth and never seen before levels of investment. It is exciting times! We have a strong and proud agricultural history that has water meter fleet has operated wirelessly for a number seen numerous major industries develop and expand of years now and we have expended this network to in the Shire, the latest being a greater than $90 million include a series of remote weather stations, and we have redevelopment of the Cotton Seed Distributors site implemented an online training platform that integrates encompassing processing plants with world leading with the HR modules of TechnologyOne. We have built technology, laboratory, administration complex and award winning state of the art water supply systems expanded seed storage facilities all located on the encompassing solar power and optical communications. outskirts of Wee Waa. We have established and continue to grow our own private optical fibre network within Narrabri which In the next 7 years Narrabri Shire is slated for in excess of includes our 225Mb/225Mb internet connection available $7 billion dollars worth of investment in State Significant to Council sites. projects alone, these projects include; 2x Inland Rail projects (N2N & N2NS), the Vickery mine, an expanded This commitment to innovation and progressiveness was Narrabri mining project, numerous solar projects, the formally recognised and rewarded with Council receiving Narrabri Gas Project and not forgetting Council’s own the prestigious AR Bluett Award in 2018; and since then as Northern NSW Inland Port (N2IP) development. you will see we have not rested on our laurels! At the peak, these projects together are estimated to Council prides itself on its investment in infrastructure, this realise over 2,500 construction based jobs per annum strong and committed investment is forecast to continue located in the Shire over a period of in excess of 4 years – with numerous exciting projects in the early master but the real kicker is the potential for the realisation over planning and design stages, the recently changed the next 7 years of 1,000 ongoing operational jobs in the funding arrangements for the Resources for Regions Shire. Couple that with Narrabri having been chosen by program will see a constant annual funding stream the State Government as a Special Activation Precinct available to Council, amongst other funding streams leveraging of the recently approved Narrabri Gas Project, such as our negotiated VPAs and the potential for a $120 it really is an exciting time for Narrabri Shire. This precinct million Community Benefit fund. will create jobs, attract businesses and investors, support We are planning and building for growth and significant local industries and fuel economic development. This is investment and the Property Services team is vital to all part of the NSW Government’s plan to ensure Narrabri Council’s success. Top of the priority list for the new Shire is well placed to grow and meet it’s future Manager is to grow their team to ensure that it is economic needs across a range of industries. responsive to the changing needs of the organisation. Narrabri Shire Council is no stereotypical If these opportunities are something you can see yourself regional/rural council. We pride ourselves on being a part of then I encourage you to make contact being innovative and progressive. Inside the and seriously consider yourself for this role; opportunities organisation we have invested heavily in our like this do not come around often! IT platforms; we have recently completed the implementation of TechnologyOne with the aim of leveraging this platform as our - Stewart Todd, General Manager core central information system, our entire Narrabri Shire Information Pack Manager Property Services 5 THE PERSON AND THE POSITION This is a key role in Council and is responsible for the management and coordination of property acquisitions, construction, disposals, leasing and maintenance programs and property insurance ensuring relevant legislation, standards and Council policies are met. THE PERSON The constant themes required in the skillset for this position are: professionalism, integrity, teamwork and innovation. You will have the professional skills to enable you to perform at the manager level of a regional council. You will display the ability to ensure you can lead, mentor, and motivate your staf. THE DESIRED SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES OF THE MANAGER PROPERTY SERVICES INCLUDE: • You will be a community-minded person and be • Sets high standards – for self and others – and takes aware of the requirements of residents in country a continuous improvement approach. NSW. • Strong commitment to quality customer service and • You will have a strong understanding of service delivery. contemporary property management. • Accountable personally and holds others • Models safety at all times, without exception. appropriately to account. • Well-developed leadership skills, with a proven • Someone who can performance manage efectively record of achievement through personal leadership. and constructively - with appropriate performance setting, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. • The ability to bring the best out in others and to model Council’s Values. • Ensures co-operation, co-ordination, and communication across the whole of Council is given • Integrity and loyalty beyond reproach. priority. • Contribution to strategy and priority setting, with • Self-motivated person who can deliver and has the self-discipline to stick to agreed priorities. capacity to inspire and support the team to deliver • Sees the big picture and takes a whole of Council on agreed outcomes. approach - someone who can bring new ideas and • Someone who sees respectful challenge as positive the capacity to see these through to fruition. and who is willing to have debate and discussions, • Politically astute – someone who acts as a quality then own team decisions. professional in a political environment – the ability to understand the broader political implications and issues without interfering with them. 6 Narrabri Shire Information Pack Manager Property Services TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE (TRP) An attractive package will be ofered based on the skills, abilities and experience the preferred Manager will bring to the role. OTHER EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS As an employee of Narrabri Shire Council you can access numerous additional employment benefits, including access to generous salary packaging. Benefits can include, amongst others: • Leaseback vehicle • Rent 50% private or 100% for employer supplied • Mortgage interest • Household fuel: power and gas • Holiday travel Narrabri Shire Information Pack Manager Property Services 7 KEY CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES The position presents both challenges and opportunities and we need a Manager who can make this happen. OPPORTUNITIES • Team leadership focused on employee performance. • Develop and implement new frameworks and policies. • Huge investment in the region from public and private sector. CHALLENGES • Prioritising and managing high volume of work. • Time sensitive projects. • Negotiating with the local community. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Negotiate and manage acquisition and disposal processes (including leases and easements) to conclusion ensuring Council’s strategic objectives are supported and future needs protected and optimised. • Coordinate the maintenance and control of Council’s depots, saleyards and caravan parks. • Manage the Narrabri Airport to maintain aerodrome certification, aerodrome serviceability, safety, construction, and maintenance standards and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policy, and the Aerodrome Manual. • Lead the development and monitoring of the organisation’s property risk management services in accordance with operationally feasible best practice. WORKFORCE LEADERSHIP • Embrace and model Council’s Corporate Values, policies and procedures. • Efectively communicate with, lead, develop and motivate staf. • Manage employee performance. • Provide accurate and timely information and advice to the Director Corporate and Community Services. • Ensure awareness of management standards, industry reform and innovation. • Lead the development and implementation of key programs and projects