Business Operations Manager x2

Level 7 | Full Time – Fixed Term opportunities for 2 years with possibility of extension and/or permanency.

• Do you have a passion in managing business functions and proposing solutions to better the Departments strategic goals?
• Are you able to provide guidance and direction on the delivery of corporate and research business activities?

We are looking for two (2) fixed term Business Operations Managers to support the Grains, Horticulture and Irrigated Agriculture, and Livestock directorates for a period of 2 years, with the possibility of permanency.

What will your typical day look like?

Being an energetic leader, you will provide:

• strategic support with the responsibility for managing the execution of major business activities.
• direct and support the team to deliver efficient corporate, resourcing (budget, people and equipment) and research business activities.
• oversee the implementation and delivery of the directorates’ business plans, business processes and protocols that ensure they comply with government standards.

The role has 3 key responsibilities:

Administration and Governance - leading the implementation and management of business processes and protocols to ensure the directorate is complying with reporting requirements and government standards.

Business Support - managing and reporting on the directorate’s purchase of research equipment, workforce planning and overseeing budget in consultation with the leadership team.

Stakeholder Engagement - establishing collaborative working relationships and effective communication with team members, internal and external stakeholders, and key collaborators.

For further key responsibilities please see attached JDF.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you.

To be successful you will be

• hard-working managers who have the capability to lead and motivate the team, while assisting with key decisions to ensure the smooth delivery of important business projects.
• high performing individuals who are able to excel in a leadership role, whilst supporting the directorate’s framework.
• strong communicators with highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills, and the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
• able to prioritise work demands, demonstrating exceptional organisational skills to achieve desired results for initiatives and projects.

For all essential criteria, please see the attached JDF.

Why DPIRD?

At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.

Get ready to apply. It’s simple.

Click Apply if this is something that excites you! All we need is:

• A resume of no more than three (3) pages including details of two (2) referees.

• A one (1) page written response against each of the three essential work-related requirements demonstrating your suitability and competencies relevant to the position (complete written response no more than three (3) pages in length).
  
  
  • Work Related Requirement 1 – Role Specific: Substantial knowledge and experience in business planning; budgeting and developing, managing and implementing business systems and processes.
  • Work Related Requirement 3 - Build effective relationships: Highly developed workplace written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; and the ability to develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
  • Work Related Requirement 6 - Deliver in a changing environment: Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines, drive continuous improvements and effectively manage change.

• Your responses should clearly detail how your knowledge, skills, understandings and current or previous professional experiences relate to and are aligned to the role of Business Operations Manager.

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. Please note that all of the Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

Need further information?

We’d love to hear from you!

To have a confidential discussion, contact Kerry Regan, Director Grains Research and Industry Development, on 0429370960.

Am I eligible to apply?

To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.

You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to commencement at applicant’s expense. 

Special Requirements for this position:

• A current and valid Western Australian "C" class (car) drivers’ license or equivalent is required (if not currently held must be acquired prior to commencement at applicant’s expense).
• Occasional travel to and from metropolitan and regional offices may be required.
• The contract of employment specifies terms and conditions relating to this position.

This process may be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout the department. This also includes other locations across the state. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from approval of the initial recruitment decision.

The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. Applicants will be advised of this where necessary.

Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 14 October 2022 at 4:00 PM WST