Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (RBGV) is one of Victoria’s most recognised and respected public institutions, contributing to world-class scientific research, conservation and education while creating meaningful experiences for visitors. Across our Melbourne and Cranbourne sites, we connect people with plants and the natural world, supporting environmental sustainability, community wellbeing and cultural engagement. To learn more, visit https://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/
RBGV is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our organisation is a proudly child safe organisation and committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will be required to complete the necessary pre-employment checks prior to appointment.
What You'll Do
This is a senior leadership role with broad organisational influence. As Director, Built Assets and Projects, you will lead the strategic direction and day-to-day management of RBGV's built assets, infrastructure and project portfolio. Working closely with the Executive and senior leaders, you will ensure asset planning, capital delivery, infrastructure services and governance support organisational priorities now and into the future. Your key accountabilities include:
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Leading the planning, oversight and delivery of built assets, infrastructure, facilities, emergency management and capital projects across both Melbourne and Cranbourne.
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Strengthening project governance and execution, while guiding long-term asset planning and infrastructure investment priorities
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Building strong team leadership, accountability and a service-focused culture.
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Providing strategic advice on asset management, capital priorities, service performance, risk and future direction.
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Managing significant budgets and key partner relationships to ensure value and alignment with organisational objectives.
You will play a central role in improving how the organisation plans, manages and delivers its built environment, ensuring essential services, infrastructure and projects support better outcomes for staff, visitors, research and operations.
What You'll Bring
This role will suit an experienced leader in built assets, infrastructure or projects who can combine strategic thinking with practical delivery. You're confident in leading change, building trust and supporting strong performance in a complex environment. You will demonstrate:
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Significant senior leadership experience across built assets, infrastructure, facilities, capital works, projects or asset management functions
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The ability to align strategic priorities with operational delivery and achieve sound commercial and operational outcomes.
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Experience leading change, building capability and strengthening team performance
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The ability to strengthen project governance, delivery discipline and execution across complex portfolios
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Well-developed stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to provide trusted advice on complex matters
Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience are essential. Experience in asset management frameworks, project methodologies and public-facing and/or multi-site environments will be highly regarded. All other key selection criteria can be found in the position description which is located under the attachments heading on the Victorian Government Careers website.
Working with Us
This is an opportunity to apply your leadership in a nationally recognised organisation with genuine public impact. You'll be contributing to work that supports science, conservation, education and community connection across one of Victoria's most respected institutions. We offer flexible working arrangements, annual leave loading, access to an Employee Assistance Program and a supportive working environment.
How to Apply
To apply, visit the Victorian Government Careers website at http://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au.Please submit your resume and a brief response to each of the Key Selection Criteria (maximum three pages), as outlined in the position description, by the closing date. Enquiries can be directed by email to
[email protected].
Applications will only be accepted via the Victorian Government website.
