Manager Business Performance

• Lead and enable an innovative approach to achieve business performance outcomes
• 5-year senior manager contract, Werribee based
• Attractive salary with flexible working option

We are Wyndham, one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

A bit about the role

This role will work in conjunction with the Executive and Senior Leadership teams, connecting with the organisation to codesign new innovative and agile business performance practices for achieving continuous improvement.

You will be responsible for assisting the organisation in aligning and achieving the strategic vision of council’s Wyndham Way approach You will facilitate, influence and challenge the business to ensure the alignment of work and resources are in line with the priorities of the business. You will lead the development and implementation of the continuous improvement framework for the organisation to deliver services more efficiently and effectively.

You will be a key conduit to change management, driving a collaborative approach to business planning and achieving strategic outcomes. You will lead the consultation and review of policies and practices, promoting a continuous improvement culture across the organisation. 

What you’ll deliver

• Further embedding of a dedicated scrum space to facilitate an agile way of working across the organisation
• Champion a collaborative approach to change, supporting and leading change across the organisation
• Coordinate business, service and strategic planning, ensuring priorities are met
• Support strategic alignment, coordinating cross functional participation in achieving organisation wide strategy and vision
• Research and implement process improvements across the organisation, identifying inefficiency and opportunity for enhancement
• Imbed a data driven approach to organisational change, interpreting and analysing data to drive financial and business decisions

What you’ll bring

• An understanding of agile or scrum methodologies, with experience in change management and end-to-end process mapping
• Experience in business performance and improvement, process and strategy, program and policy coordination, developing KPI’s or continuous improvement methodologies
• Exceptional communication skills, being able to communicate complex ideas to a variety of internal and external stakeholders and manage politically sensitive environments
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships, provide advice, recommendations and support collaboration with others
• Experience in culture change and change management across large and complex organisations
• Experience and supported qualifications in Project Management
• Qualification in a relevant discipline with substantial relevant experience, or lesser formal qualification with extensive experience
• A continuous improvement mindset with a positive, proactive, and flexible attitude

Be part of something more

Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?

What’s next?

If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending us a cover letter and your resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Lexi King, Coordinator People & Partnerships on 0409 516 067.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM on Sunday, 6 October 2024.

We respect, acknowledge, value and celebrate the First Nations people, our heritage and cultural diversity. We are a proud inclusive employer; we encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities.

Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe, and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed. Wyndham has one of the largest First Nations communities in the Western Region. We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people.