Executive Manager Facilities, Depots And Aquatic Centres

Council Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland City Council is seeking an Executive Manager Facilities, Depots and Aquatic Centres to lead Recreation Asset Management and Buildings & Depot Services. You will drive maintenance programs, manage substantial budgets and deliver high‑quality community outcomes.

The role requires senior leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to work across a range of service areas to meet strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance programs and teams.
• Strong budgeting, planning and project delivery capabilities.
• Senior leadership and cross‑functional collaboration experience.
• Current Class C driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead Recreation Asset Management, Buildings and Depot Services.
• Oversee significant budgets and forward planning for services.
• Ensure high‑quality outcomes for the community.
• Represent the department in a senior leadership context.

Skills

Facility management

Operational management

Budget management

Communication skills

MS Office

Driver's licence

Education

Relevant qualifications in management or recreation services

Job description

Executive Manager Facilities, Depots And Aquatic Centres

Cumberland City is one of the most culturally diverse and vibrant areas in NSW, known for its international food, welcoming community events and festivals, high-quality community programs and extensive networks of green spaces. Located at the entry point to Western Sydney, Cumberland City Council is experiencing significant growth, with its population estimated to reach over 340,000 by 2046.

With this unique offering and continued growth, Cumberland City Council is seeking an experienced professional to manage and oversee the key service areas of Recreation Asset Management and Buildings and Depot Services.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Executive Manager Facilities, Depots and Aquatic Centres will lead and manage a broad range of functions and be held accountable for the successful management and delivery of services across Recreation Asset Management and Buildings and Depots Services.

As an experienced community oriented and customer focused senior leader, you will bring:

• Relevant qualifications in operational management, facility management, recreation services or a related discipline and/or significant leadership skills and experience at a senior level.
• Significant experience in the effective management of significant and complex maintenance programs.
• Demonstrated experience in the planning and management of substantial budgets, with a view to ensuring robust forward planning and effective project delivery.
• Understanding of operating in a high quality service-based environment with a focus on ensuring valuable and quality outcomes for the community.
• Computer literacy, particularly in the MS Office suite of products.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work productively as a member of a senior leadership team and actively contribute to the achievement of shared goals.
• Current Class C driver’s licence.

Reporting into the Director City Services, a competitive remuneration package is on offer for the successful candidate.

Further information:

For a copy of the position description or a confidential discussion please call Kelly Mico at Greenway Executive Partners on 02 9000 1*** or email ******@greenwayexecutive.com

Closing date:

Applications must be received by 5.00pm AEST, Monday 19 October 2026through Greenway Executive Partners.