Description:
The Metropolitan Cemeteries Board (MCB) are the caretakers of Perth’s cemeteries, entrusted to commemorate the lives of Western Australians now and into the future. We respectfully help family and friends honour the lives of loved ones and safeguard memories for future generations.
We have one permanent full time position available for an experienced Manager Procurement & Capital Works at Karrakatta Cemetery.
About you
- You have a proven track record within a complex stakeholder environment for managing projects throughout the project lifecycle, including leading complex procurement activities.
- You are ready to step up into a leadership role, or are already a leader, and are passionate about developing and implementing project management and procurement improvement strategies and processes.
- You are a fluent communicator, proactively seeking solutions to problems as they arise, and reporting on them in an accurate, brief, clear and timely manner.
- You care about your people and are committed to their professional development and employment satisfaction.
- You will align with our values of Compassion, Respect, Understanding and Integrity.
- You may have qualifications from the Australian Institute of Project Management, Project Management Institute, Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply or Australasian Procurement and Construction Council as these are deemed desirable but not essential.
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate person who is passionate about procurement and project management to provide a seamless and high-quality service to clients in our beautiful cemeteries.
The Manager Procurement & Capital Works will be responsible for:
- Managing the development of complex procurement and contract documentation, including business cases, procurement plans and tender documentation.
- Overseeing competitive procurement processes, including tender evaluation and recommendations.
- Providing accurate, clear and timely reports on the MCB’s procurement and capital works activities.
- Ensuring that the MCB has the appropriate project and contract management processes and platforms necessary to deliver projects to a high standard with robust financial control.
- Providing advanced analysis, internal and external collaboration, good governance and superior risk management capabilities.
Why you want to work at the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board
The MCB is an organisation with heart. Our work has an important role in supporting and caring for the WA community in times of grief. We provide a diverse and purposeful work environment that:
- encourages innovation and continuous improvement
- values self-leadership and emotional intelligence
- provides opportunity to do rewarding and challenging work
- provides flexible start and finish times, within operational requirements
- provides ongoing training and development opportunities
- remunerates you with Award based salary and leave entitlements plus 11% superannuation
- includes employee assistance and wellbeing programs to ensure your physical and psychological health in the workplace.
Equity and Diversity
The MCB embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women, youth and people from sexual or gender diverse orientations.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Human Resources on 9383 5228. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Further Job-Related information
For more information about these roles please contact Mr Ashley Maynard, Chief Transformation Officer, on 08 9383 5206.
Please also refer to the attached Job Description Form and applicant information kit to assist you in preparing your application. If you experience difficulties downloading any of these documents, please call Human Resources on (08) 9383 5228.
Find out more about the benefits of working at the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board at https://mcb.wa.gov.au/our-organisation/employment-opportunities.
How to apply
To be considered for an interview, please submit:
- Please submit your current CV outlining your work experience and skills as relevant to this opportunity.
- Please include a covering letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the work-related requirements in the Job Description Form.
Eligibility Requirements
- The recommended applicant will need to provide a National Police Clearance prior to appointment that is less than 6 months old from date of issue or obtain one prior to appointment. A criminal conviction may not preclude you from gaining employment.
- Australian permanent residency is a minimum requirement for permanent appointment to the West Australian Public Sector.
On-line application lodgement
Apply online by clicking on the “apply for job” button.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and pro forma applications will not be accepted.
Applications close Monday, 13 May 2024 at 10:00am.