People and businesses rely on our roads to get to work, home and around Western Australia.

As the WA State Government Agency responsible for safely managing the State’s Road network, Main Roads Western Australia is committed to connecting people and places by delivering integrated and intelligent transport systems and services and providing safer roads and better journeys for our customers.

With a rich history dating back to 1926 and an exciting future ahead, Main Roads is not just about roads. It’s also about people.

Our services are delivered through the dedicated efforts of our talented, passionate, and dynamic employees, who are located in regional and metropolitan offices throughout the State.

Whatever stage of your career, we are dedicated to helping you reach your potential, both professionally and personally, so that together we can achieve ours.

About the Role

Our Transport Portfolio Land and Property Services (TPLPS) team is a consolidation of the Transport portfolios land administration and property management functions. TPLPS are seeking an experienced Land Assembly Manager to join their team, based in the Perth CBD. As a Land Assembly Manager, you will play a critical role in the management and determination of land requirements and any associated accommodation works for transport infrastructure projects and other purposes. Some of your key deliverables include:

• Determine and arrange approvals for land access for construction works and tenure, including: agreements with land owners, occupiers, interest holders and other relevant parties

• Manage the land assembly and registration processes post project construction and arrange the preparation and endorsement of land owners consents including any requirements under the Native Title Act 1993

• Contribute to the development of policy, standards, procedures and processes for land assembly and other land matters to enable statutory and other land matters to be undertaken and completed efficiently

• Provide leadership for projects in the management of consultants and contractors

• Collaborate with Project Directors and Managers and other operational staff to ensure satisfactory resolution of land assembly issues

• Liaise and negotiate with land owners and other occupiers including native title holders, pastoral, local and other government agencies on land assembly matters.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career by joining an innovative team.

Our environment encourages people to improve business practices and actively contribute to the strategic direction of the Transport Portfolio.

Should you wish to build your future and grow as a person and a professional, think about a career with Main Roads Western Australia. If you possess the skills and this position interests you, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible, and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation that supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.

In addition to our competitive salary and 11.5% superannuation, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:

• Attractive leave provisions
• Flexible working arrangements
• Choice of a 40 or 37.5 hour working week
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing focus

Submitting Your Application

Please submit the following in your application:

1. A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement

1. A statement outlining your substantial skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than four (4) pages:

• The Crown land development and subdivision administration processes and the application of relevant legislation
• Interpretation of land titles and associated rights and encumbrances, including native title
• Project and contract management, including negotiation and facilitation
• Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships

1. If applicable to you (not mandatory), a copy of your Degree or Diploma in a relevant discipline

Find Out More

For job specific information or for a confidential discussion of this opportunity, please contact Cecelia Smith on (08) 9323 6585 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For any general enquiries and/or assistance with your application, contact John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au

Once you are ready, click the ‘Apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to submit your application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com

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@mainroads.wa.gov.au

Additional Information

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

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire and National Police Clearance prior to appointment as part of this recruitment process.

Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.

To help us find the best candidate we may undertake an executive search.