Posted: 23 Oct 2009
Location: Australia
CSG:
Iron Ore
Site:
Port Hedland
Business / Project:
Perth - Commercial
Job type:
Full Time - Permanent
Location:
AU - Western Australia
BHP Billiton Iron Ore’s mining operations in the spectacular Pilbara region of WA are one of the largest in the world, shipping more than 120Mtpa of iron ore. Our railways, consisting of more than 800km of track, connect our mines in the Pilbara with our shipping facilities in Port Hedland. The heavy haulage rail system, the heaviest in the world, with more than 100 locomotives and around 4,500 carriages, uses state of the art technology across all facets of the operation.
Position Synopsis
An excellent opportunity exists for a strategic leader to be responsible for the provision of housing & accommodation for Port Hedland employees and contractors. Reporting to the Housing Manager, you will coordinate and manage the short term and long term housing portfolio. This will involve property management, acquisition, disposals, leasing and refurbishment of company housing. In your efforts to deliver on business outcomes, you will be expected to be involved in planning accommodation supply for Port Hedland.
Your core accountabilities will include:
* Liaising with the Commercial Group to ensure the housing portfolio matches the needs of a growing organisation;
* Responsible for budget development, monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
* Liaising with employees to satisfy housing requirements;
* Assist in writing and reviewing Quality Assurance documents; and
* Driving continuous improvement within the Housing Department and leading change to improve performance
Skills and Experience
We are seeking a superior performer with a hybrid of leadership, people supervision and business acumen. The preferred candidate is a credible and positive team player who is capable of fostering productive relationships with a diversity of stakeholders. Strong planning skills, knowledge of contract management and supply in a real estate or housing management arena is critical for this role. A diploma or degree in a relevant discipline and an awareness of legislative requirements such as Worksafe and Real Estate legislation would be viewed favourably.
Location
This is a residential role, based in Port Hedland in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Located on the coast, Port Hedland is the largest regional centre in the North West, close to Broome, Karratha and Karijini National Park. The 15,000-strong population enjoys well-established education service, entertainment, sporting, shopping and medical facilities, and a strong sense of community.
Full relocation and subsidised housing will be offered to the successful applicant. A competitive remuneration package is offered commensurate with experience, and includes performance incentive, housing subsidies, travel assistance and a generous superannuation scheme, as well as other benefits.
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