Strategic Asset

2 weeks ago


Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand Wanganui District Council Full time

About Us:


The Whanganui District Council - Te Kaunihera a Rohe o Whanganui - is a territorial authority (local government) which operates in the Whanganui District.

Delivering our exciting Leading Edge Strategy with the community is a focus of our work. The strategy's vision is for the district to be energised, united and thriving.


Working for the council will give you the chance to make a difference by working with community groups, business people and iwi to develop the kind of place we all want to live in, while providing the key services our district needs.


You will also enjoy the benefits of a flexible work policy, a supportive leadership team and an inclusive work environment.


What you'll be doing:

  • Reporting to the manager, capital works, you will contribute to the provision of strategic asset management advice to the Community Property and Places group and then the wider council team, ensuring that all matters relating to the ongoing operation and maintenance of the assets has been considered. You will advise on planning interventions, and programmes of asset improvements that will support long term asset management strategies.
Based in the heart of Whanganui, this is an exciting opportunity to really make a difference in the community.

Some of the key accountabilities you will be responsible for include:

  • Develop asset management policies and procedures for the group and wider Council
  • Driving asset lifecycle planning, assessment and reporting
  • Providing strategic advice and support to the council and key stakeholders
  • Contributing to the development of customer focused policies
  • Managing the long term strategic asset management strategy

About you:

  • You will have strong analytical and strategic thinking skills able to provide recommendations
  • Welldeveloped communication and writing skills, with the ability to develop and share information
  • Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience and professional qualifications in asset management.
  • You will be proven experience in building trusting and strong relationships with stakeholders
  • A passion for shaping and creating good advice to positively influence the outcomes of the council
  • A collaborative, innovative and adaptable approach, with the ability to pivot quickly when required and to jump into new challenges as they arise
  • Local or central government experience would be beneficial.

What's next?
Applications close on July 2023

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