- Strategic Leadership Opportunity
- Contribute to strategic outcomes
- Competitive salary - circa $145 - $155k + Super, negotiable based on experience
We are the City of Melbourne, a City of possibility and place to be bold and inspirational.
Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity.
At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation of 1800+ team members positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.
Together, we make a difference #teammelbourne
How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne…
The Health Manager is a member of the Community Wellbeing Leadership Team, providing strategic and professional leadership for the Health Team, which is comprised of Senior Environmental Health Officers, Environmental Health Officers and the Support Team. The role also contributes to the branch's overall strategic direction.
This role is essential for guiding the Health Team to ensure the Council fulfills its legal responsibilities regarding food safety and public health.
The Manager ensures the team is adaptable, responsive to changing Council and regulatory demands, compliant with statutory obligations, and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes.
The position requires strong critical thinking skills and an in-depth understanding of CoM’s meaningful stakeholder relationships, and the ability to influence those relationships to achieve positive outcomes for the branch.
A key aspect of this position involves developing and maintaining productive partnerships with local, state and national health organisations and networks.
You can bring… (Selection criteria)
All CoM People Leaders will be influential leaders accountable for:
- Leading your people with the values at the centre of everything you do.
- Creating and maintain a constructive culture where you personally and your team display the styles of achievement, self-actualising, humanistic, encouraging and affiliative behaviours.
- Leading, guiding and managing the team to foster a performance-based culture and drive accountability and excellence in outcomes through coaching, mentoring and empowering team members and direct reports to develop and perform at a high level, and as an effective team.
- Efficiently and effectively manage the teams budget.
- Respecting the values of the community and appreciating the diverse skills, values and backgrounds of employees.
In addition, the Health Manager will be accountable for:
- Lead and motivate the Health Team to effectively meet legislative and governance requirements, improve quality of service delivery and thus, health and wellbeing outcomes for the Melbourne community.
- Engage actively with a wide range of stakeholders including local, state, and federal governments, internal council teams and industry leaders to foster strong collaboration.
- Develop business plans, create action plans, and undertake corporate governance for the Health Team including operational planning, risk management and business continuity.
- Manage financial and business operations for the Health Team and ensure a high level of administrative processes through the support team.
- Ensure the effective implementation of Safety and Wellbeing (OH&S) and rehabilitation policies and provide staff with adequate training for safe job performance and ensure new employees receive thorough induction to minimize safety risks.
By joining us, you will become part of a remarkable team who work in a constructive and inclusive culture to shape the future of this city. Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.
To view the physical requirements of this position, please see below under Position Information.
What we can offer you...
- Working within a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance and flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunities for professional development, training and study assistance to enhance your career progression.
- Multicultural organisation that values diversity
- Optional ADO available
- Up to 20 Weeks Paid Parental Leave & Paid Volunteer Leave
- Wellbeing Initiatives, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and CoM Unity Employee Benefits
- Salary sacrificing, MYKI Commuter Club Pass and more...
How to apply…
As part of the online application form you are required to:
- Attach a cover letter providing a brief summary of your skills and relevant experience (No more than one page)
- Attach your most recent resume
Please address your cover letter to Russell Webster - Director Community Wellbeing
For further information about the position, please contact: careers@melbourne.vic.gov.au
Applications will be accepted up until 11:45pm, Sunday 1st December 2024
If you have any questions regarding our recruitment process, please read our FAQ's - City of Melbourne - Recruitment Frequently Asked Questions
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City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community