Area Manager

Ventia has been awarded a five-year partnership with Telstra to provide lifecycle management and fixed network services for Telstra’s digital infrastructure.

Ventia’s Telecommunications team are seeking an Area Manager to oversee operations in Perth WA. 

Reporting to the Senior Field Area Manager, the Area Manager WA will be responsible to manage the execution of approved asset management plans and operational practices to provide reliable and predictable network performance for the designated portfolio of Network assets.  

This role is primarily focused on operational delivery – ensuring reliable and consistent delivery to plans. The successful candidate will also be responsible to ensure risk identification/controls, incidents, and tenant/client/customer issues are managed as per the agreed processes. To be considered for this role,  candidate must be based in Perth.

What’s on Offer:

• Longevity: 5-year partnership with Telstra 
• Work with a leading telecommunications company at the forefront of network innovation. 
• Tool of Trades offered
• Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program 
• Employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, Novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts and more 
• A flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter 
• Career stability and development opportunities 
• High safety culture keeping our people and the public safe

About The Role

Key responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:

• Lead & manage allocated field delivery teams and contractors to deliver the works program(s) 
• Supporting the workforce and the Facilities & Network Services Projects team in managing construction activities
• Deliver in accordance with the requirements of the contract as defined by each SOW
• Site Inspection Planning, Contingency Planning, Works Handover, and Operational management
• Develop and maintain a close working relationship with the designated client representatives via regular formal meetings
• Propose and recommend options for upgrading facilities within the designated area to improve network integrity and assess the feasibility of such options; (Defects identified at the site)
• Investigate, advise and manage all incidents and restore to normal site conditions from plant equipment, the performance of the network and other facilities equipment, and safety
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• An ability to work autonomously, drive your own time management and accountability in line with client deliverables during the required hours
• Strong leadership and communication skills

About You 

To be successful in this role you will ideally have:

• Willing to travel
• Qualification in Electrical/Mechanical or in a similar trade desirable
• Significant field-based experience in telecommunication power, accompanied by a Project Management qualification (Fundamentals or Cert IV) - desirable
• At least 5 years of Facility or Engineering Management or Building Services experience
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience working within an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) environment
• Experience within a Telstra in a ticket-of-work environment preferred
• Track record of constructive & effective client relationship management with client operational representatives
• Applicants must have Australian experience and full working rights to be considered for this role. 

About the Project

Ventia has been awarded a new five-year partnership with Telstra to support nationwide lifecycle management and fixed network services for Telstra’s digital infrastructure facilities. The partnership will also cover the design and large-scale construction of asset relocation and commercial works, as well as the continuation of some services related to network design & construction, including Wideband, optical fibre, data, IP networks, and wireless. 

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.    
 
How to apply

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Position Reference number: 162174

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