Operations Manager

Dungog Shire Council; Dungog; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Leaseback vehicle

19-day month with RDO every 4 weeks

Job summary

Dungog Shire Council is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the delivery of frontline operational services. You will coordinate civil construction and maintenance, open space programs, quarry operations and environmental compliance while ensuring safety and governance.

The role reports to the Manager Infrastructure Services and is part of the Infrastructure & Assets Directorate. The position oversees multiple teams, budgets and contracts, and requires building strong community

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in civil construction, civil engineering, operations management or related discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership in civil works, open space or quarry operations.
• Knowledge of weeds, biosecurity legislation and environmental compliance.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, contractors and resources.
• Understanding of quarry operations, safety systems and environmental management.
• Knowledge of health and safety, risk management and environmental compliance.
• Financial and contract management including budgeting, procurement and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of frontline operational services across multiple areas.
• Oversee programs for roads, drainage, parks and fields, quarry operations and compliance.
• Provide leadership to operational staff and contractors; manage budgets and contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams and community to deliver sustainable services.
• Ensure governance, safety and service standards across all areas.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Contract management

Budgeting

Procurement

Safety management

Environmental compliance

Weed & biosecurity knowledge

Education

Civil construction / civil engineering / operations management qualification

Job description

Location: Dungog Shire Council Depot, 81-83 Common Rd, Dungog

Department: Infrastructure & Assets

Compensation: Annual Package AUD $116,114.00 - $130,612.00

Employment type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Following a comprehensive service review, Council is implementing Phase 2 of the Infrastructure & Assets transformation, focused on strengthening middle management, clarifying accountabilities, improving coordination and ensuring our services are sustainable, well-governed and future-ready.

As part of this transformation we are seeking a capable and experienced Operations Manager to lead the delivery of Council’s frontline operational services and ensure high-quality outcomes for the community.

Reporting to the Manager Infrastructure Services and forming part of the Infrastructure & Assets Directorate, this role provides leadership across a diverse range of operational areas including civil construction and maintenance, open space maintenance, quarry operations and weeds and biosecurity programs.

This position is responsible for coordinating teams, managing resources and ensuring that services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with Council’s strategic objectives and community expectations. You will oversee operational programs for roads and drainage infrastructure, parks and sporting fields, quarry operations and environmental compliance activities, ensuring strong governance, safety and service standards across all areas.

You will also provide leadership to operational staff and contractors, manage budgets and contracts, and work closely with internal teams and the community to deliver sustainable and reliable infrastructure services.

Essential selection criteria include (full criteria in the Position Description below):

• Relevant qualifications in civil construction, civil engineering, operations management or a related discipline, or extensive equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in civil works, open space management, quarry operations or related operational service delivery functions.
• Strong knowledge of weeds and biosecurity legislation and environmental compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary operational teams, contractors and resources.
• Sound understanding of quarry operations, safety systems and environmental management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of workplace health and safety, risk management and environmental compliance.
• Financial and contract management capability, including budgeting, procurement and contractor supervision.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Be rewarded

This position is placed at Grade 14 of Council’s salary system. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity. The salary offered is from $116,114 to $130,612 per annum plus 12% Superannuation and a leaseback vehicle.

This role works a 19-day month with 1 rostered day off (RDO) every 4 weeks.

For further information, please contact: Brent Krogh, Manager Infrastructure Services on 4995 7777