Operations Manager - Infrastructure
Westport
- Lead the operations team
- Deliver key infrastructure initiatives
- Contribute to the region’s public work plan and programme
About The Council:
The Buller District Council is the territorial authority in the north of the West Coast. The Council’s vision for the district is to become a thriving community where families can enjoy a healthy, safe and prosperous life while also treasuring the distinctive natural, historical and cultural environment that is unique to the region.
Community driven and future focused, the Council actively cares about its people and place.
About the role:
Reporting to the Group Manager Infrastructure Services, the role supports the Council’s wider planning, maintenance, and operation of the region's infrastructure and public works by delivering key initiatives relating to transport, roading, three waters, waste management, and property operations as outlined in the Council’s Long-Term Plan and Annual Plan.
The Operations Manager – Infrastructure has seven direct reports.
The Ideal Person:
As the ideal candidate you will be an experienced engineer used to leading operational teams delivering a range of infrastructure projects on time and on budget. An effective negotiator, you will oversee and manage all procurement and contracts with a rigorous attention to industry standards and regulations.
Outcomes focused you will be able to translate annual plans into clear, actionable processes and schedules, providing effective leadership to your operational teams. A champion of safety and environmental compliance you will also ensure robust risk management practices are adopted to achieve the Council’s zero harm policy.
You will be used to overseeing and delivering high profile and complex work programmes and will easily establish positive professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders including service providers and contractors.
In addition, you will have:
- CPENG or equivalent.
- Knowledge of engineering, construction, maintenance and operation of Council utilities and services.
- Proven experience in risk assessment, design development, scheduling, cost estimating, technical specifications and H&S systems.
- Demonstrated procurement experience in the tendering and administration of consultant engagements and large construction contracts in accordance with NZS3910.
- Knowledge of NZTA planning and investment strategies and ONRC efficiency programs, activity classes, FAR, TIO and RAMM database requirements.
- Knowledge of drinking water supplies, DWSNZ compliance and DHB/MoH public health standards and legislation.
- Knowledge of urban stormwater and sewer infrastructure.
- Knowledge of solid waste management/minimisation practices and municipal waste treatment and disposal facilities.
- Experience with contestable government funding sources and a knowledge of local government policies and procedures.