- Senior leadership opportunity across asset management and capital delivery
- Lead a significant portfolio through organisational and technology transformation
- Shape long-term infrastructure investment for one of Victoria's fastest growing communities
- Competitive salary plus motor vehicle allowance
- Executive Contract (Max Term) - 5 Years With Possible Extension
- Attractive Renumeration Package (based off candidate experience)

About the opportunity

Cardinia Shire Council isseekingan accomplished and contemporary leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Manager AssetsandCapital Delivery.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a significant infrastructure portfolio encompassing asset management, capital delivery, infrastructure renewaland strategic investment planning at a time ofpivotalorganisational growth and transformation.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for the stewardship and delivery of critical community infrastructure, influencing how Council plans, manages and invests in assets that support current and future generations.

With Council undertaking one of its most significant technology transformation programs, you will play a pivotal leadership role in transitioning from legacy asset systems to a modern integrated ERP environment. This is a unique chance to shape the future of asset information, governance, businessprocessesand organisational capability.

You will oversee the delivery of an annual capital works and infrastructure renewal program valued at approximately$60million, including roads, bridges, buildings, recreation facilities,drainageand community infrastructure. Current priorities include asset system transformation, infrastructure renewal initiatives, strategic facility projects and the ongoing enhancement of Council's long-term asset planning and investment frameworks.

Reporting to the Director Infrastructure and Environment, you will provide strategic leadership across a diverse portfolio while balancing community priorities, risk, financialsustainabilityand service outcomes.

How you will make an impact

Strategic Leadership & Infrastructure Planning

- Provide strategic leadership across asset management, capital deliveryand infrastructure renewal functions.
- Shape long term infrastructure investment strategies that integrate asset performance, lifecycle planning, service requirements, risk,growthand financial sustainability.
- Drive evidence-based decision making that supports sustainable community outcomes and service delivery.

Capital Delivery & Operational Excellence

- Lead the successful delivery of Council's capital works, infrastructurerenewaland facility project programs.
- Ensure resources, priorities and performance are aligned to deliver high-quality outcomes safely,efficientlyand effectively.
- Oversee significant operational and capital budgets, balancing investment needs, affordability, riskand community expectations.




- Lead organisational and technology change initiatives, including the transition to an integrated ERP and modern asset management workplace.
- Drive continuous improvement across systems, governance frameworks, business processesand service delivery.
- Leverage data, technologyand insights to improve organisational performance and future capability.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvementand high performance.
- Lead, coachand develop a multidisciplinary team, creating an environment where people can succeed and grow.
- Communicate a compelling vision and bring people on the journey through periods of change and transformation.

Stakeholder & Executive Influence

- Provide trusted, evidence-based advice to executives,Councillorsand senior leaders.
- Represent Council in complex stakeholder environments and build productive relationships across government, industry,communityand delivery partners.
- Navigate competing priorities and political environments whilemaintaininga focus on organisationalobjectivesand community outcomes.

About you

You are a strategic and authentic leader who can see the bigger picture while ensuring strategy translates into delivery.

Youcanlead people, influencedecision-makingand successfully navigate complexity, while creating an environment where teams can thrive and deliver outstanding outcomes for the community.

You will bring:

- Demonstrated leadership experience withinalocal governmentcontextand a strong understanding of the governance, political and community environment.
- Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams within complex operational and strategic environments.
- Experience across asset management, capital delivery, infrastructure, contract management,operationsor a comparable portfolio.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, includingdemonstratedresponsibility for significant budgets, investmentplanningand financial stewardship.
- Experience leading organisational, cultural or technology transformation programs.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability across executive, Councillor, community,governmentand industry environments.
- Highly developed strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to challenge existing practices and deliver innovative solutions.
- The judgement, resilience and political awarenessrequiredtooperateeffectively within a complex public sector environment.
- A demonstrated commitment to safety, inclusion,



wellbeing and creating positive workplace cultures.
- Experience with ERP implementation, enterprise systems, asset informationmanagementor significant technology transformation will be highly regarded.

Ready to Make an Impact?

This is an opportunity to influence the future of infrastructure investment and asset management across one of Victoria's fastest-growing municipalities.

Why work with us

- Activity based and hybrid work model.
- Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.
- A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.
- A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed toan equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work setting and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you toadviseus at the time of application by contacting us on 13 624 .

All successful applicants willbe requiredto undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals.Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.

Cardinia Shire Council is one of Victoria’s fastest-growing and most diverse municipalities, located just 45km southeast of Melbourne’s CBD. Stretching from the Dandenong Ranges to Westernport Bay, our shire is home to vibrant urban centres, rolling hills, rich farmland, and unique natural environments.

We are committed to delivering high-quality services, infrastructure, and opportunities that enhance the lives of our 120,000+ residents and support the sustainable growth of our region.

Cardinia Shire Council is one of Victoria’s fastest-growing and most diverse municipalities, located just 45km southeast of Melbourne’s CBD. Stretching from the Dandenong Ranges to Westernport Bay, our shire is home to vibrant urban centres, rolling hills, rich farmland, and unique natural environments.

We are committed to delivering high-quality services, infrastructure, and opportunities that enhance the lives of our 120,000+ residents and support the sustainable growth of our region.

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