Manager of Infrastructure and Open Space

City of Casey; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

True flexibility with hybrid work

OWOW activity-based model

THRIVE wellbeing program

Private health discounts

16 weeks paid caregiver leave

Ongoing professional development

Paid Christmas shutdown leave

Job summary

City of Casey invites applications for the role of Manager Infrastructure and Open Space. You will lead the team responsible for Casey's infrastructure and open space services, delivering safe, reliable outcomes while driving governance and performance improvements.

The role reports to the Director City Planning and Infrastructure and offers hybrid work options. The position requires extensive senior leadership experience and tertiary qualifications in engineering/open space management, with a

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience managing large operational portfolios.
• Experience leading complex contract environments with strong commercial acumen.
• Proven capability driving performance frameworks and service delivery.
• Strong OHS, risk management and governance knowledge.
• Ability to build high-performing, customer-focused teams.
• Experience operating within complex stakeholder environments and influencing executives.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership of facilities, infrastructure, open space and city greening services.
• Strong contractor and commercial performance through procurement, contract management and governance.
• Operational excellence through improved systems, processes and performance measures.
• Proactive safety culture with focus on Occupational Health and Safety, risk management and compliance.
• Sustainable financial management, budgeting, forecasting and resource planning.
• Business continuity and organisational resilience to maintain essential community services during disruptions and emergencies.

Skills

Senior leadership

Contract management

People leadership

Stakeholder engagement

OH&S & governance

Education

Tertiary qualifications in engineering/open space management

Job description

Manager of Infrastructure and Open Space

Job no: 497058
Work type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: VIBE (Casey Works Centre)
Categories: City Planning and Infrastructure Management

• Be part of the senior leadership team shaping the future of a rapidly growing municipality.
• Oversee the maintenance of $8.7B worth of assets and growing - including PLA Park of the Year Wilson Botanic Park and the elite training facilities of Melbourne Football Club and Melbourne City FC at Casey Fields.
• Rewarding role with a focus on personal development.
• Narre Warren based with flexible hours and hybrid work options.
• Permanent full time Senior Officer level negotiable subject to experience.

At the City of Casey we are planning and delivering the infrastructure that supports one of Australia's fastest growing communities. With more than 440,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses Casey continues to invest in the roads, drainage networks, buildings, parks, sports facilities, playgrounds, trees and open spaces that help our community thrive.

As our next Manager Infrastructure and Open Space you will lead the team that keeps these essential services performing safely, efficiently and sustainably. Reporting to the Director City Planning and Infrastructure you will lead a high-performing team and will drive operational excellence across a growing and ageing asset portfolio while ensuring strong governance, contractor performance, risk management and service delivery outcomes.

Why You Will Love Working with Us

At the City of Casey we know that people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• True flexibility with hybrid work, compressed hours and the option to purchase additional leave, because life comes first.
• Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology.
• THRIVE Wellbeing Program - access a suite of wellbeing initiatives, learning opportunities and resources to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
• 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, offering support whenever you need it.
• Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Private Health discounts for employees, through the access of the local government health plan.
• Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey

About the Role

This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for ensuring the effective management of Casey's infrastructure and open space services. You will bring together people, systems, contracts and resources to deliver safe, reliable and customer-focused outcomes for the community.

You will champion a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and innovation while building organisational capability and ensuring operational risks are effectively managed.

What You Will Deliver

• Strategic leadership of a large and diverse operational portfolio across facilities, infrastructure, open space and city greening services.
• Strong contractor and commercial performance through effective procurement, contract management and governance practices.
• Operational excellence through improved systems, processes, service delivery frameworks and business performance measures.
• A proactive safety culture with a strong focus on Occupational Health and Safety, risk management and compliance.
• Sustainable financial management, budgeting, forecasting and resource planning across significant operational programs and assets.
• Business continuity and organisational resilience to maintain essential community services during disruptions and emergency events.

What You Will Bring

• Extensive senior leadership experience managing large operational, infrastructure, facilities, engineering or open space portfolios.
• Demonstrated success leading complex contract environments with strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Proven capability driving operational improvement, performance frameworks and systems-based service delivery.
• Strong understanding of Occupational Health and Safety, risk management and governance obligations.
• Exceptional people leadership skills with the ability to build engaged, high-performing and customer-focused teams.
• Experience operating within complex stakeholder environments and influencing executive, community and industry partners.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering, construction, open space management or a related discipline.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check and Psychometric Testing.

For enquiries, contact Kathryn Seirlis - Director City Planning and Infrastructure at 9705 5243.

Applications close at 11:55pm on Sunday 15 November 2026.

Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or******@casey.vic.gov.au.

We are a 2026Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.For more information about the City of Casey and to stay updated, follow us on LinkedIn.

Advertised: 29 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 15 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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