Description

About the Position Join the team & oversee unique assets, projects & operations at the historic South Melbourne Markets!
Your new company
The iconic South Melbourne Markets located within the City of Port Phillip have partnered with Hays Recruitment to offer an exciting strategic position, Head of Asset Development (Renewal) & Operations, within the Asset & Operations team. Overseeing the delivery of the Market's capital building project portfolio, asset management and maintenance plans, and operational policies, this unique position will work closely with the Executive Director and play a key role in overseeing current asset management and operational procedures in addition to implementing strategic developments and plans to ensure the ongoing systematic safety and compliance requirements of the Market are met. Be a part of this caring and passionate team at one of Melbourne's most treasured & historic Markets!

Your new role
Reporting to the Executive Director, you will be responsible for: Overseeing the delivery of the Market's Capital building project portfolio with the assistance of Council Developing the annual asset renewal and maintenance plan Managing the annual Capital and Operations budgets, reporting on Asset and Operational expenditures Developing operational procedures and policies, working closely with stall-holders and contractors Overseeing and leading a team managing day-to-day market operations Procurement and contract management Collaborating with management and relevant stakeholders to develop strategies and future-proofing methods, ensuring the Market's continued compliance, safety, and operational sustainability is upheld

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will have: Degree qualifications in Business, Asset Management or Facilities Management Demonstrated experience working in a similar operational environment within Facilities Management, Asset Management, or a market/retail space Working knowledge of Government procurement processes (desirable) Excellent financial acumen with the ability to develop, implement and monitor annual budgets Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the capability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders and personalities at all levels The ability and willingness to function at a strategic level in addition to taking a hands-on, customer-centric approach A charismatic and collaborative approach to leadership and management, with the ability to motivate others

What you'll get in return
Successful employment will present: A permanent full-time position with flexible/hybrid working arrangements A highly attractive salary package + access to health & wellbeing programs Additional first aid training provided if required The opportunity to work in inner-city Melbourne surrounded by passionate and creative characters and seriously good coffee The opportunity to be a part of a supportive, caring and customer centric team, embracing diversity, inclusivity, and cultural creativity!

City of Port Phillip, the South Melbourne Markets & Hays Recruitment are Equal Opportunity Employers, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued.

Note: Evidence of full working rights in , COVID-19 vaccination certificate or valid medical exemption, Working with Children's Check, and a National Police Check will be required prior to successful appointment.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this unique position, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date CV, or send your CV directly to Sally Phillips at mailto: or Kieran Brunt at mailto: . For any further enquiries and a confidential discussion, please call . Pre-employment screening will apply to all applicants.

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