Manager Works

Orange City Council; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange City Council seeks a strategic, people‑focused leader to become Manager Works in the Infrastructure Directorate. You will oversee road, drainage and civil projects, setting strategic direction for asset management and service delivery across a large workforce.

You will report to the Director Infrastructure and influence decisions that enhance community outcomes in regional NSW, while upholding safety and continuous improvement across all works activities.

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering civil infrastructure construction, maintenance and asset management programs.
• Proven success leading large operational teams within safety‑critical environments.
• Strong strategic capability across planning, budgeting, risk management and resource allocation.
• Experience developing and implementing long‑term infrastructure and asset management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of road construction and maintenance, drainage and civil projects.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership across Council's Works Section.
• Drive safety, continuous improvement and long‑term asset sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Safety culture

Asset management

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

• Senior leadership role reporting to the Director Infrastructure, leading a large and diverse operational workforce
• Lead the planning, delivery and maintenance of Orange's Transport and Drainage infrastructure network
• Shape the future of a thriving regional city renowned for its lifestyle, food and wine, and strong community spirit

The Opportunity

Orange City Council is seeking a strategic and people-focused leader to join our Infrastructure Directorate as Manager Works.

Reporting to the Director Infrastructure, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across Council's Works Section, overseeing the delivery of road construction and maintenance, drainage, concrete infrastructure, civil projects, asset management and associated services.

Leading a large and diverse workforce, you will be responsible for ensuring safe, efficient and sustainable service delivery while driving continuous improvement, long‑term asset sustainability and strong community outcomes.

This is an opportunity to influence the future of one of regional NSW's leading cities through the delivery of critical infrastructure that supports our community every day.

View the full Position Description by clicking HERE (this link will work on the Orange City Council website)

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a leader who brings:

• Significant experience delivering civil infrastructure construction, maintenance and asset management programs
• Proven success leading large operational teams within complex and safety‑critical environments
• Strong strategic capability across planning, budgeting, risk management and resource allocation
• Experience developing and implementing long‑term infrastructure and asset management strategies
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work effectively with Councillors, government agencies, contractors, employees and the community
• A demonstrated commitment to safety, workforce development and continuous improvement
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

Most importantly, you will be a visible and authentic leader who can build trust, empower teams and deliver outcomes that make a lasting difference to our community.

Why Join Us?

At Orange City Council, you'll join a collaborative and values‑driven organisation committed to delivering quality infrastructure and services for our community.

You'll have the opportunity to lead a highly skilled team, influence strategic decision‑making and drive projects and initiatives that shape Orange's future.

Why Orange?

Orange offers the best of both worlds: a rewarding leadership career and an exceptional regional lifestyle.

With excellent schools, health services, sporting facilities, award‑winning food and wine, vibrant cultural experiences and a welcoming community, Orange continues to be one of NSW's most desirable regional cities.

Interested?

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Director – Infrastructure, Wayne Gailey on 02 6393 8***.

Applications close Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.