Business Manager - CRC TIME

Job no:510327
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Administration & Executive support, Community Engagement/Marketing, Business Development

CRC TiME Ltd

• Lead and manage the day to day corporate activities of a large centre that brings together a partnership of over 70 leading mining companies, community organisations, governments and research partners
• Full time and 3-year fixed term appointment 
• Salary range: Level 9 $ $119,390 - $126,335 p.a. plus 17% superannuation  

The Cooperative Research Centre for Transformations in Mining Economies (CRC TiME) is an independent, not for profit, research organisation driving transformational change enabling regions and communities to transition to a prosperous and sustainable post-mine future.

To support this purpose, CRC TiME is a unique partnership of over 70 leading mining companies, mining equipment, technology and services (METS) companies,  regional and community d organisations, governments and research partners. CRC-TiME is co-hosted by the University of Western Australia and the University of Queensland with offices in Perth and Brisbane and has ‘regional hubs’ in key mining regions.

About the opportunity  

As an integral member of the management team, this position offers you the opportunity to lead and manage the corporate activities of the business. Specifically, this position has responsibility for the financial, employment and contractual affairs of the Company, liaises with CRC TiME staff and its corporate member organisations.  

You will also have a significant role in developing the financial and management accounts for the CRC and the Board as well as act as Company Secretary providing expert advice on corporate governance issues to the Chairman and Board Directors. Candidates without the experience appropriate for the role of Company Secretary may still apply, with training or external support opportunities then considered.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: 

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Extensive administrative, finance and business management experience
• Strong leadership and management skills with previous experience of business development, budget and financial management, employment and contract management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to problem solve and establish and maintain effective relationships with staff and external stakeholders at all levels
• Initiative and achievement in managing businesses with an outcomes focus
• Ability to strategically lead and drive teams and projects
• Sound commercial acumen

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   PD - Business Manager 510327.pdf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria  

CRC TiME is committed First Nations Inclusion. How CRC TiME strives to achieve this is reflected in its 10 First Nations Inclusion Principles, endorsed by its Board in late 2021. First Nations candidates are encouraged to apply.

Closing date: Sunday, 14 August 2022

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.  

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button. 

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050.

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021)
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020

Assistance and Support

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Advertised:29 Jul 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:14 Aug 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time