Manager Infrastructure Services

Job No: 103839

Location: Hillston

Employment Status: Full-time

Closing Date: 1 Apr 2019 AEDT

• Get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy an excellent quality of life in this beautiful Regional Shire Council!
• Attractive salary package circa $120,000 - $130,000 (negotiable with experience) including super and private vehicle!
• Friendly, close-knit community and welcoming workplace culture!
• Enjoy relocation assistance, subsidised rent for the first six months, salary sacrifice options to increase your take-home pay and more!

About the Opportunity

Carrathool Shire Council now has an exciting opportunity for a Manager - Infrastructure Services to join their team in Hillston, NSW.

Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure Services, and directly overseeing a small team, you will primarily be responsible for supporting the Director of Infrastructure Services to provide leadership and direction to the Infrastructure Services, Roads and Bridges Directorate towards achieving Council's goals and objectives. 

This Directorate currently oversees the third largest road network in NSW, managing over a cumulative $10million in road infrastructure and other civil engineering projects.  

More specifically, your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Managing the programming and delivery of capital, infrastructure and works projects as assigned by Council;
• Assisting in the necessary forward planning, cost control, site works management program and development, reporting and communication functions relevant to the section activities;
• Monitoring and reporting on project expenditure/works progress against budgets, including preparing appropriate responses to any issues of concern;
• Coordinating contractor engagement and management in line with Council policy and procurement guidelines with Overseers consultation as required; 
• Providing technical direction to infrastructure subordinates and operations staff; and
• Managing and controlling the maintenance and construction of Council's road, kerb, gutter and drainage assets.

For more information, please view the full position description here.

About You

To be considered for this position you must have significant demonstrated experience in managing and controlling large-scale infrastructure projects - preferably roads and other civil construction.

You must possess proven project, financial and people management skills, with success in orchestrating the efficient delivery of multimillion-dollar projects while competently managing and controlling tight budgets.

While not mandatory, candidates with tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Project Management, Infrastructure or Civil Construction will be highly regarded.

The ideal candidate will be a professional, knowledgeable and astute leader with a track record of operational efficiency, analytical problem solving and innovation, underpinned with an attitude of getting things done.

As you will be communicating with local and statewide stakeholders in council and community, including the NSW Department of Roads and Maritime Services, your interpersonal communication and negotiation skills with people of all levels will be crucial to your success - you must be comfortable having a roadside chat with contractors one minute and delivering complex financial and operational reporting to NSW RMS the next.

Please note: To be considered for this position you must hold an unrestricted C Class Australian Driver's Licence, pass a Pre-Employment Screening and hold a General Induction for Construction Certificate (White Card) from any State body.

About the Benefits

If you are looking for a change of lifestyle, a new adventure, or to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you.

In return for your hard work and dedication, Carrathool Shire Council is offering an attractive salary package circa $120,000 - $130,000 (negotiable with experience) including super and full private access to a vehicle.

Housing and relocation assistance can be negotiated for the successful candidate (subject to conditions), along with significant salary sacrifice options.

In addition, you'll enjoy working in a friendly and supportive environment where your hard work will genuinely be appreciated.

If you're looking to join a dedicated team committed to making a real difference - APPLY NOW!

About the Organisation and Area

Covering an area of 19,000 square kilometres, Carrathool is the largest Shire in the Riverina. Well known for its rich agricultural history, the Shire offers a relaxed, laid-back family lifestyle, with diverse culture, recreation and sporting facilities. With the Lachlan and Murrumbidgee Rivers both flowing through the Shire, and the historic Willandra National Park located only a short distance away, residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in a rural setting.

Carrathool Shire Council encompasses the town of Hillston, as well as the villages of Goolgowi, Merriwagga, Carrathool and Rankin Springs. The organisation itself is progressive with stable leadership, a committed team and supported by great facilities. The workplace culture is second to none, a place where everyone knows your name and all are welcome.

All employees of Carrathool Shire Council are expected to provide the highest standards of performance and customer service to ensure Council proudly upholds values of Respect, Service, Integrity, Teamwork and Sustainability in its daily operations. The position is based in Hillston, which is only around 100km from the major regional centre of Griffith.