Director Infrastructure Services

Upper Hunter Shire Council; Newcastle City Council, Scone; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Uniform allowance

Long service leave after five years

Training and upskilling opportunities

Salary sacrifice options

Secure permanent employment

Job summary

Upper Hunter Shire Council invites applications for the role of Director Infrastructure Services, a permanent full-time position based in Scone. The role reports to the General Manager and sits on the executive leadership team, overseeing a broad range of civil engineering projects from roads to water and sewer infrastructure and parks facilities management.

The successful candidate will bring proven leadership at a senior level, with extensive project management experience, strong stakeholder

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil engineering projects, including road, water and sewer infrastructure.
• Oversee maintenance and operations of parks and facilities.
• Provide executive leadership in a multifunctional organisation.

Job description

Director Infrastructure Services

Upper Hunter Location

Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week)

The Role:

An excellent career opportunity exists for an enthusiastic, capable and suitably qualified and experienced person to join the dynamic Upper Hunter Shire Council team as Director of Infrastructure Services. Reporting to the General Manager and as a member of the executive leadership team, you will implement, manage and administer a broad range of civil engineering projects, including road construction and maintenance, water and sewer infrastructure construction and maintenance, and parks and facilities maintenance and operations. This position is based in Scone and is critical to the success of Council.

What’s on offer:

• An attractive salary (based on relevant skills and experience) + 12% superannuation
• Generous uniform allowance
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Salary sacrifice options
• Secure, permanent employment with Council and the opportunity to make a genuine difference within your local community

What we need from you:

• To be successful in the role, you will have proven experience in providing leadership at a similar level in a multifunctional organisation.
• Your understanding of Civil Engineering will be matched by an extensive project management background.
• You will possess strong communication and people skills which will ensure effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
• To attract a high calibre person, Council offers a very attractive remuneration package including a full private use vehicle, continuous personal development opportunities and a great lifestyle at your doorstep.

About us:

Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Job Description:

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via [e-mail] or 02 100 to discuss.

Enquiries and Further Information:

Give Melanie Caban, Manager People & Culture, a call on 02 116 or e-mail [e-mail] to discuss this opportunity.