These two (2) positions are offered on a full time permanent basis

Main Roads Western Australia Overview

Main Roads Western Australia, along with the Public Transport Authority and the Department of Transport represent the Transport Portfolio and provide for the integration of the State’s transport operations and regulatory functions.

Representing one of the world's most expansive road networks valued at approximately $50 billion, we are committed to working cooperatively and productively across all levels of government, to ensure our road network meets the needs of the community, industry and stakeholders.

Position Overview

The successful applicants leadership style must embody our organisational values, as they utilise their expertise to ensure we create value in delivering world class outcomes for customers through a safe, reliable and sustainable road-based transport system.

To be successful, you will have proven experience in senior leadership, including in the management of multidisciplinary leaders and in providing high level technical/engineering advice for matters of a complex and critical nature. You will demonstrate a strategic mindset, shaping the services Main Roads delivers, and addressing the conflict and need to balance short term operational goals with long term plans and organisational goals.

As a General Manager, you recognise that leveraging off strong interagency partnerships with shared agendas can bring mutually beneficial outcomes. Furthermore, you are an advocate that these relationships are both valued and necessary in the mission to keep WA moving. Your leadership style will demonstrate confidence, compassion and empathy as you determine agency priorities and develop and empower your leaders to execute them. You will play a critical role to champion our organisations culture, founded in our values.

As the General Manager for either role, you will be a key leader in the state-wide development and management of road and road related assets. Working closely with each other, the General Managers will need to understand and anticipate the effect that their decisions may have on both metropolitan and regional road networks, bridges and statewide electrical assets. You will be required to proactively engage with key stakeholders, including local governments to ensure the development and management of plans and programs are in keeping with community and regional needs.

Further information

For more information about these positions, we encourage you to contact Neville Willey on 0419 933 731.

For any enquiries in regard to the application process please contact Recruitment Manager - John McKelvie on 0407 998 664 or email john.mckelvie@mainroads.wa.gov.au

The attached Job Descriptions provides more information about the opportunities.

Both roles are Perth based; however, some interstate and regional travel will be required.

How to Apply

Please submit the following as part of your application:

1. A comprehensive CV demonstrating your ability to undertake the key responsibilities and deliverables within the context of the Job Role Statements.
2. A written statement outlining your response to the selection criteria and job role specific requirements in no more than seven (7) pages.
3. A copy of your Degree in Civil Engineering or relevant engineering qualification with the required level of relevant experience.

Important: Please note that this recruitment process will be used to determine appointment to either position, unless the applicant indicates their preference for one role.

All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be assessed throughout the selection process.

You will be asked to complete several questions as part of your online application – please factor this time in when submitting an application. Late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire and may also be required to obtain a National Police Clearance prior to appointment as part of this recruitment process.

Main Roads may choose to conduct an executive search as part of this recruitment process.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improve diversity, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email hrjobs.user@mainroads.wa.gov.au