Why Work with Us?
Main Roads Western Australia is the State Government agency responsible for managing and developing WA’s road network—over 18,500 km of roads across 2.5 million square kilometres. We plan, build and maintain a $46 billion state asset, working closely with the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure, Public Transport Authority and local governments to deliver an integrated, world-class transport system.
About the Role
As the Business Manager, you will act as the functional lead for business management across the Directorate. You will oversee the development, implementation and continuous improvement of business systems, processes and reporting frameworks, ensuring alignment with corporate requirements and strategic priorities.
You will work closely with Senior Managers including General Managers, the Chief Operating Officer, Branch Managers and regional teams to support business planning, risk management and resource management. The role also provides leadership in the development of business capability and contributes to policy and resource management across the Directorate.
You will manage a small team and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the Directorate on committees, working groups and forums.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring substantial experience across business management, leadership and stakeholder engagement. This includes the ability to lead the development and improvement of business systems, processes and planning, while overseeing reporting, risk management and project administration to support consistent and strategic operations. You will also demonstrate strong leadership capability, providing direction and support to staff, building capability across regions and contributing to strategic planning while ensuring resources are managed effectively. In addition, you will excel at building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the Directorate in key forums and ensuring regional needs and operational priorities are clearly communicated.
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 who supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.
In addition to rewarding work, and the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:
- Competitive salaries, including 12% superannuation
- Flexible working arrangements
- Training and development opportunities, including access to technical training
- Health and wellbeing focus
- Attractive leave provisions, such as leave loading and purchase leave
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
How to Apply:
Please submit the following as part of your application:
- A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
- A copy of your current WA ‘C’ class driver’s licence (or approved equivalent).
- A statement outlining your substantial skill, knowledge and experience in the following three (3) criteria in no more than three (3) pages:
- Managing employee behaviour, performance and development
- Management of business functions including business planning
- Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships
For questions about the role, please contact Susan Heerey on (08) 9323 4159 – not to be contacted for assistance with application.
For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.
Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to complete and submit your online application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.
We're building a diverse workforce
At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible.
We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!
Additional Information
All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical questionnaire 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.
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