Personnel Area:Infrastructure Services
Branch:Construction
Salary Range:The position attracts a competitive remuneration and benefits package dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
Number of Positions:2
Work type:Permanent Full-time
Location:Multiple locations across Brisbane, primary office at Eagle Farm
Our Business
Infrastructure Services brings together Council's asset management, infrastructure planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance and transport operations activities.
We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that values and embraces all our wonderful differences!
Our Branch
Construction delivers efficient, financially competitive, whole of life, infrastructure.
Our comprehensive knowledge of our project services and assets enables us to communicate and negotiate for the best long-term options to meet the needs of the ratepayers and residents of Brisbane.
Construction delivers an extensive range of specialist services in the areas of infrastructure, storm water drainage, bridge maintenance, transport network technologies, trades, land remediation, asset intelligence, lighting and facility services.
The Roles
We are seeking experienced engineering leaders to join Brisbane City Council in senior management roles responsible for some of the city's most critical infrastructure assets.
These opportunities will see you lead the inspection, assessment, planning for maintenance and renewal of major road corridor, drainage and waterways programs, using condition data, risk-based prioritisation and technical judgement to inform asset decisions.
You will oversee technical scoping activities that define maintenance and capital works requirements, ensuring Brisbane's infrastructure remains safe, resilient and fit for the future.
Working closely with executive leaders, asset owners, stakeholders and delivery partners,



you'll drive strategic outcomes across large maintenance and capital programs, lead high-performing technical teams and influence key decisions that shape Brisbane's infrastructure network.
These are rewarding leadership opportunities for professionals who are passionate about asset management, continuous improvement and delivering exceptional outcomes for the community.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
lead the planning and prioritisation of major maintenance and capital works programs across road corridor, drainage and waterways assets
provide strategic leadership and direction to multidisciplinary technical teams, driving performance, capability and continuous improvement
manage complex asset management issues, risks, budgets and program performance to achieve high-quality outcomes
build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, asset owners, contractors and community
contribute to strategic planning, governance and business improvement initiatives that enhance infrastructure service delivery across Brisbane.
To be successful you will have:
tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, with RPEQ registration or the ability to obtain and maintain professional accreditation
demonstrated leadership experience managing large infrastructure networks, maintenance or capital works programs within a complex environment
strong knowledge of asset management principles and their application to public infrastructure networks
exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively at executive level




proven experience leading teams, driving performance and implementing business improvement initiatives
Benefits of working for Council include:
flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
free gym and wellness centre
award winning superannuation fund
generous leave provisions
competitive salary.
People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council's Diversity and Inclusion team.
Application Closing Date: Thursday 13 August **** at 11:55pm AEST.
For more information:Please call Andrew Mead on ************.
Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel secure.
Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with 'Gold Employer' status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.
Council and its employees must follow the Public Sector Ethics Act **** (Qld) and the Code of Conduct.
This means employees are expected to act with honesty, fairness, and always prioritise the public interest over personal or private gain.
The Code of Conduct requires employees to openly disclose any other work they do outside of Council — includingpaid or unpaid employment,operatingtheir own business or volunteering in certain circumstances — and to manage any conflictsof interest or other risks (such as fatigue)in a way that puts the public interestfirst.Maintainingemployment outside Council does notpreclude you from being considered for roles within Council.
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📌 Technical Manager Road Corridor / Drainage And Waterways Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Brisbane City Council
📍 Queensland