Team Leader Engineering & Infrastructure

Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Melbourne is seeking a Team Leader Engineering & Infrastructure to oversee civil projects that enhance community outcomes. This full-time, permanent position requires a visionary leader with a strong background in civil infrastructure and excellent people leadership skills. The ideal candidate will drive innovation and maintain relationships with stakeholders, contributing to sustainable community initiatives. Salary is $110,535 plus superannuation.

Benefits

Flexible work practices

IT infrastructure support

Diverse workplace initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Washington Accord recognised accreditation.
• Proven track record in civil infrastructure delivery.
• Ability to maintain focus through all programs and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact infrastructure projects benefitting the community.
• Oversee proactive maintenance and civil infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Cultivate strong relationships across Council and external stakeholders.

Skills

Registered Professional Engineer

Experienced people leader

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration skills

Leadership skills

Education

Washington Accord recognised accreditation

Job description

Overview

Lead civil projects with impact, drive innovation and sustainability, and inspire a high-performing, inclusive team.

• Fulltime, permanent position
• Salary $110,535.00 + 12% Superannuation
• Based at the Depot, Doncaster East

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact infrastructure projects that directly benefit the community
• Drive innovation in civil works with a strong focus on sustainability
• Collaborate with passionate professionals in a supportive team environment

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

Planning for the future is a key focus of our work. We ensure that Manningham maintains a high level of liveability through maintaining and developing community infrastructure and managing the strategic direction of planning policies that affect properties in our region.

We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About the role

The Team Leader Engineering & Infrastructure will provide strategic leadership and coordination of a diverse team of engineers and project delivery professionals. The position will oversee a broad range of proactive maintenance, asset renewal, and civil infrastructure upgrade projects across the municipality, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and forward-thinking team culture.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate and skilled team in the development and delivery of complex capital works and proactive maintenance programs. This position plays a key role in monitoring team performance, managing budgets, and delivering on strategic objectives. It also plays a key role in cultivating and maintaining strong relationships across Council, external stakeholders and the broader community.

We are seeking a visionary leader with a proven track record in civil infrastructure delivery and a passion for innovation. The ideal candidate will bring fresh thinking to infrastructure challenges, champion emerging technologies and methodologies, and embed sustainability principles into all aspects of project planning and delivery. A commitment to continuous improvement, environmental sustainability, and community outcomes will be central to this role.

Skills and experience

• Registered Professional Engineer or on a pathway to registration with a minimum of a Washington Accord recognised accreditation that meets the requirement for registration.
• An experienced people leader who is able to develop and deliver against set objectives and budgets and maintain focus through all programs and projects.
• Excellent communicator with demonstrated ability to prepare succinct written reports.
• Highly developed professional with interpersonal skills, the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of internal and external management, staff, and the community.
• A strong collaborator who adds value to the organisation with proven ability to maintain relationships with other stakeholders.
• A strong leader with the ability to engage and lead staff in a positive direction, while setting, developing and promoting a proactive and positive culture.

Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the Manningham careers section (Job Vacancies).

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your up-to-date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role. For a confidential discussion please contact Kurt Pitts, Coordinator Sustainable Engineering on 03 9210 2652.

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email [e-mail] or visit the Manningham website work-for-us page.

Applications close on Monday 13 October 2025 at 11:00pm.

Don’t meet every requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council has a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.