Brett McGrath
NEW FARM,QLD
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Ipswich City Council, excelling in asset management and strategic planning. Expert in driving business transformation and stakeholder engagement, I successfully managed a $3.2 billion asset portfolio, optimizing performance and ensuring governance. Adept at complex problem-solving and fostering innovation, I deliver impactful results.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Asset Services
Ipswich City Council
11.2021 - Current
- Manage an asset portfolio valued at $3.2 billion inclusive of the following asset classes - Roads and Transport, Drainage and Flood Mitigation, Buildings and Facilities, Parks and Recreation and Fleet Management.
- Develop an asset renewal works program for all asset classes to deliver the three year capital program for Ipswich City Council.
- Establish and maintain industry best practice at Ipswich City Council for asset management governance, custodianship, and delivery.
- Provide leadership and strategic direction for the complete range of services of the branch including; Asset Management; Fleet and Fabrication; and Business Services.
- Lead the develop asset management strategies and advanced Asset Management Plans (AMP’s) for all asset classes that represents emerging risk, cost and service delivery requirements of the portfolio.
- Implement and review of systems, procedures and controls within the function of asset management.
- Develop and refine the existing asset management framework to align with organisational strategy, focusing on the development of asset evaluation processes in collaboration with key stakeholders across Council.
- Drive innovation, process improvement and create efficiencies across the asset lifecycle process.
- Encourage innovation and creativity in service planning and best practice asset management.
- Lead a continuous improvement of the asset portfolio with a focus on performance, availability, reliability and utilisation of complex infrastructure and assets balancing total cost and risk over the long term.
- Ensure all key decision making related to human resources, financial, corporate reporting and business planning is carried out to support the branch’s overall performance.
Property Services Manager
Ipswich City Council
05.2018 - 11.2021
- Manage a property asset portfolio valued at $275M inclusive of commercial, retail, industrial, operational, community and recreational property and facilities.
- Lead the acquisition of land and assets to support the delivery of corporate and community asset portfolio requirements.
- Lead the negotiations for the acquisition of land and assets using sound judgement, experience and knowledge of the property market along with proper due diligence.
- Manage the acquisition through to the settlement and undertake the required market research to make a market value assessment.
- Deliver the disposal of surplus land and assets to support corporate and operational objectives to maximise value of return for the organisation.
- Lead the management of organisational leasing and tenure requirements to meet corporate goals and objectives.
- Advise the executive management team by providing strategic and technical property advice for decision making and manage possible high risk matters.
- Grow and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, state government departments, local government authorities and industry professionals, to deliver viable, sustainable and effective outcomes.
- Deliver processes, policies, procedures and databases that are legislatively compliant and that are required to promote quality assurance in the operational management of Council’s property portfolio.
- Lead and mentor a team to manage and deliver efficient and effective property and facility management for the successful operational of Council’s property portfolio.
Principal Property Advisor
Seqwater
11.2016 - 05.2018
- Coordinate the management of licenses and leases for grazing and other rural land uses, recreation, community, commercial (office, industrial, telecommunications) and project corridors and works for laydown areas and temporary access.
- Negotiate the leasing and ownership requirements of the property portfolio including commercial (CBD office building sites), regional office buildings, treatment plants, visitor centres, operational buildings and residential property ownership to maximise value for spend.
- Negotiate the acquisition of properties and easements to support the delivery of key infrastructure assets and coordinate the disposal of assets to support organisation objectives to maximise value for return.
- Deliver the administration of title registration and provision of property and tenure information to internal and external customers.
- Lead and mentor a small team to manage and deliver efficient and effective property transactions.
- Implement the effective property management of the commercial and residential portfolio including CBD and regional office sites, operational buildings and residential premises.
- Provide professional advice to the organisation on property matters including acquisition, disposal, occupation agreements, native title, planning, valuation and tenure.
- Prepare high level comprehensive briefings, reports, and correspondence with recommendations for review and decision making on property matters.
- Initiate effective compliance outcomes to ensure that contract, legislative and regulation responsibilities are adhered to.
- Develop and implement relevant systems, policies, and procedures to ensure effective management and reporting on the property portfolio.
- Undertake valuations of residential, rural and commercial properties in the Brisbane, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Logan areas.
- Meet strict deadlines for bank clients and maintain a high-quality standard of valuation reporting.
Senior Property Valuer
CBRE
01.2012 - 11.2016
- Undertake valuations of residential, rural and commercial properties in the Brisbane, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Logan areas.
- Meet strict deadlines for bank clients and maintain a high quality standard of valuation reporting.
- Undertake comprehensive market research and analysis for delivery through seminars, newsletters and media outlets.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders.
- Supervise and mentor Cadet Valuer’s in gaining property experience and professional accreditation.
Managing Director
Herron Todd White
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Undertake valuations of residential, rural and commercial properties in the Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Somerset, Scenic Rim and Toowoomba Local Government Areas.
- Meet strict deadlines for bank clients and maintain a high-quality standard of valuation reporting.
- Manage key bank customer requests and queries through online systems of Valex and VMS.
- Undertake comprehensive market research and analysis for delivery through seminars, newsletters and media outlets.
- Manage and lead a staff of three valuers, two administration staff and marketing manager.
- Build relationships with key external stakeholders to increase workflow and build company profile in the Ipswich region.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve and manage effective operational outcomes.
Education
CERTIFICATE IN ASSET MANAGEMENT & GOVERNANCE -
IPWEA
12.2022
DIPLOMA OF FACILITIES & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT -
PROPERTY COUNCIL AUSTRALIA
01.2021
EMERGING LEADERS PROGRAM -
CREATING LEADERS BRISBANE
12.2009
BACHELOR of APPLIED SCIENCE - PROPERTY ECONOMICS
QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2007
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF SPORT AND RECREATION -
TAFE QUEENSLAND
01.2003
Skills
- People leadership
- Business transformation
- Complex Problem-solving
- Business planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Risk management
- Corporate governance
- Asset optimisation
- Financial management
- Decision-making
- Asset management
- Project management
- Policy development
- Strategic planning
- Negotiation skills
References
- Mr. Sean Madigan, 0419 838 762, General Manager – Infrastructure and Environment Department, Ipswich City Council
- Mr. Tony Dunleavy, 3810 6235, Manager – Legal and Governance, Ipswich City Council
Hobbies and Interests
- Family
- Golf
- Rugby League
- Outdoors
Projects
03/01/22 to Current, Lead the Flood Recovery of Damaged Assets, Procure and implement the repair and refurbishment of flood damaged assets - $110M capital program 01/01/22 to Current, Lead the Effective Asset Management Project, Organisational governance and process improvement 12/01/21 to Current, Lead the Restructure of Asset Management Section, Restructure of key technical positions and improve governance 08/01/21, Lead the Disposal of ICC Administration Assets, Negotiate the disposal of council admin precinct to WMHHS – $20.65M
Community Service
- 2022, President, Brothers Rugby League Football Club Ipswich
- 2020 to 2021, Committee Member, Brothers Rugby League Football Club Ipswich
- 2011 to 2012, Director - Membership, Rotary Club of Ipswich City
Leadership Experience
Forward thinking executive with experience in leading multi-disciplinary property and asset teams to deliver and enhance property and asset practices in lifecycle management. Proven history as a collaborative leader and forming strong stakeholder partnerships to deliver successful business improvement outcomes.
Timeline
Manager, Asset Services
Ipswich City Council
11.2021 - Current
Property Services Manager
Ipswich City Council
05.2018 - 11.2021
Principal Property Advisor
Seqwater
11.2016 - 05.2018
Senior Property Valuer
CBRE
01.2012 - 11.2016
Managing Director
Herron Todd White
01.2005 - 01.2012
CERTIFICATE IN ASSET MANAGEMENT & GOVERNANCE -
IPWEA
DIPLOMA OF FACILITIES & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT -
PROPERTY COUNCIL AUSTRALIA
EMERGING LEADERS PROGRAM -
CREATING LEADERS BRISBANE
BACHELOR of APPLIED SCIENCE - PROPERTY ECONOMICS
QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF SPORT AND RECREATION -
TAFE QUEENSLAND
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