Infrastructure and Capital Program Manager
Job No:
ICPM2026
Location:
Flexible
Bush Heritage Australia are seeking an Infrastructure and Capital Program Manager to join the Fire team.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australia’s unique wildlife and their habitat.
- Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservation organisation
- Flexible location within Australia
- $129, 017 - $143, 352 plus 12% super
- Full time, 2-year fixed term contract
About us
For over 30 years we’ve supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our science-based approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on long-term, landscape scale impact. As a national, not-for-profit, we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have. We work in partnership with Traditional Owners, listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.
Together we can heal and protect the bush, now and into the future.
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Fire and Infrastructure, the Infrastructure and Capital Program Manager is responsible for leading the delivery of Bush Heritage Australia’s growing infrastructure and capital works program. This role ensures projects are planned and delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with organisational policies, compliance requirements, budgets, timelines, and strategic objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing Bush Heritage Australia’s Infrastructure Strategy and Program of Work
- Developing and implementing a sound asset maintenance strategy and system to improve the availability, safety, reliability, and longevity of physical assets.
- Developing and ensuring compliance with Bush Heritage Australia’s project management framework.
The Infrastructure and Capital Program Manager will provide leadership and will drive strategic infrastructure priorities while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture. The role works closely with internal and external stakeholders to support the effective delivery of Bush Heritage Australia’s capital works and asset management objectives, enabling conservation outcomes across our reserve network.
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What you'll need to succeed
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Demonstrated experience planning, prioritising and delivering large-scale capital works and infrastructure programs across geographically dispersed Australian locations. -
Significant leadership experience managing infrastructure, asset management and capital works functions, including the development of high-performing teams and culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. -
Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes, communicate effectively and engage a broad range of stakeholders across the full project lifecycle, including the planning, design, approval, delivery and post-implementation review. -
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing asset management systems, renewal strategies and lifecycle investment plans for infrastructure assets. -
Demonstrated experience establishing new functions frameworks or operating models within evolving organisational environments. -
Proven experience establishing project management and governance frameworks, including procurement, compliance, contracts, budgets, risk management and regulatory requirements across Australian jurisdictions. -
Demonstrated experience preparing business cases, capital investment proposals and long-term infrastructure funding plans. -
Relevant tertiary qualification in Project Management, Asset/Infrastructure Management, Construction Management or equivalent demonstrated experience. -
Ability to travel throughout Australia.
What sets us apart
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Great life-work balance: flexible work arrangements with hybrid working. -
Access to 20 days personal leave per year, with up to 10 days, pro-rated according to your start date. We also offer cultural leave and gender transition leave. -
Employee Resource Groups for women, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent employees as well as a social group for bird lovers. -
Professional development activities including access to LinkedIn Learning. -
Equitable 12 weeks paid leave to all parents, irrespective of their role as primary or secondary carers. -
Remote staff are supported through an education allowance for kids and additional annual leave. -
Access to support and counselling via our Employee Assistance Program and free access to Headspace app. -
Melbourne office in docklands with state-of-the-art facilities and gym.
How to apply
To apply for this role, simply fill in your personal details and answer the questions below. You will then be taken to a page to upload a copy of your CV. There is no need to attach a cover letter or separate document answering key selection criteria. Candidates who are interested in the position are encouraged to apply even though they may feel they are not strong on individual selection criteria. In assessing merit, the panel will take into consideration “performance or achievement relative to opportunity”. We recognise that many staff today have a range of personal circumstances, and career histories.
If you require further information, please contact Rhys Swain (Head of Fire and Infrastructure) on rhys.swain@bushheritage.org.au
Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged.
Evidence shows that applicants from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't feel they meet all the requirements of the job – unlike candidates from majority backgrounds who might fulfil less requirements.
We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we strive to build more diverse teams with your unique experience!
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Applications close: Friday the 27th of November at 11:30pm AEST
