Build Communities.
Lead Change.
Leave a Legacy.
Lead infrastructure strategy, capital works and a newly established team
Relocation assistance + housing support + leaseback vehicle with private use
9-day fortnight | Genuine autonomy | Make a lasting community impact
Manager Infrastructure Programming
Ready to move beyond simply delivering the next project?
Coonamble Shire Councilis seeking an experienced infrastructure, civil construction or project leader to step into the newly established role ofManager Infrastructure Programming, based inCoonamble, NSW.
This is an opportunity to take your experience in infrastructure, capital works, civil construction, asset management or major projects and apply it at a broader strategic level.
You'll build and lead a multidisciplinary team, influence how Council prioritises its infrastructure investment and help shape the long-term delivery of roads, bridges, stormwater and community assets across the Shire.
And because we know this opportunity may mean making a move,relocation assistance and housing support are available.
About the Opportunity
Reporting to theDirector Infrastructure, you'll provide strategic leadership across Council's infrastructure planning and programming while overseeing capital works, infrastructure projects and asset inspections.
This isn't a traditional engineering management role.
While sound infrastructure knowledge is important, your ability tolead people, develop programs, influence stakeholders and turn strategy into practical outcomeswill be what sets you apart.
You'll be responsible for:
Leading infrastructure planning, programming and capital works delivery
Developing strategic work programs aligned with Council priorities
Coordinating projects, budgets, procurement and resource planning
Building and mentoring a newly structured multidisciplinary team
Overseeing inspections across roads, bridges, stormwater and public assets
Managing relationships with contractors, consultants,



government agencies and community stakeholders
Monitoring project performance, financial outcomes and risk
Supporting Transport for NSW prequalification and RMCC program delivery
Improving infrastructure planning, project delivery and asset management practices
Maintaining solid procurement, contract management, WHS and environmental standards
About You
You may currently be working incivil construction, engineering consulting, local or state government, transport, utilities, mining, infrastructure delivery or asset management.
To qualify, you'll bring demonstrated leadership experience across infrastructure, capital works, civil construction, asset management or major projects, supported by tertiary qualifications inCivil Engineering, Project Management, Asset Management or a related discipline.
Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
You'll also bring:
Significant experience leading teams and delivering infrastructure programs
Strong project, contract and procurement management capability
Experience managing budgets, programs and resources
Sound understanding of asset management principles
Strong commercial and financial acumen
Confidence working with contractors, consultants and government stakeholders
Class C Driver Licence or equivalent
White Construction Induction Card
Australian work rights
Experience withinlocal government, roads and transport, utilities, mining, civil construction, engineering consulting, government or infrastructure asset managementwill be highly regarded.
Most importantly, you'll be anauthentic and capable leaderwho enjoys developing people, improving systems and taking ownership of outcomes.




Why Make the Move?
This role offers something increasingly difficult to find in larger infrastructure environments:genuine ownership and visible impact.
Instead of being responsible for one component of a much larger program, you'll have the prospect to influence infrastructure priorities across an entire Council and community.
You'll receive a competitiveGrade 11 salary of $98,566 – $114,102 plus superannuation, together with:
9-day fortnight
Leaseback vehicle with private use
Relocation assistance
Housing allowance or subsidised Council accommodation
Civil Liability Allowance
Four weeks annual leave
Professional development and ongoing training
One fully paid professional association membership each year
Employee Assistance Program
Uniform allowance and Council-provided PPE
The opportunity tobuild and lead a newly established team
Genuine influence over Council's long-term infrastructure direction
Support from an executive leadership team committed to continuous improvement
About Coonamble
Located in north-western NSW,Coonamble Shire Councilserves Coonamble and its surrounding villages and is committed to building a connected, respectful and thriving community.
For an infrastructure leader ready for greater autonomy, regional living and the opportunity to see the direct impact of their decisions, this is a chance to build something meaningful.
You don't need to already live in Coonamble.
If the opportunity is right,Council can support your relocation and housing.
Make Your Next Project Your Legacy
If you're ready to lead with purpose, build a capable team and influence the future of infrastructure across an entire community, we want to hear from you.
Applications close 23rd Sept ****
Coonamble Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds who share its commitment to serving the community.
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