Job Description

Build Communities. Lead Change. Leave a Legacy.

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- Lead infrastructure strategy, capital works and a newly established team
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- Relocation assistance + housing support + leaseback vehicle with private use
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- 9-day fortnight | Genuine autonomy | Make a lasting community impact
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Manager Infrastructure Programming

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Ready to move beyond simply delivering the next project?

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Coonamble Shire Council is seeking an experienced infrastructure, civil construction or project leader to step into the newly established role of Manager Infrastructure Programming, based in Coonamble, NSW.

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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.

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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.

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And because we know this opportunity may mean making a move, relocation assistance and housing support are available.

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About the Opportunity

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Reporting to the Director Infrastructure, you'll provide strategic leadership across Council's infrastructure planning and programming while overseeing capital works, infrastructure projects and asset inspections.

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This isn't a traditional engineering management role.

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While sound infrastructure knowledge is important, your ability to lead people, develop programs, influence stakeholders and turn strategy into practical outcomes will be what sets you apart.

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You'll be responsible for:

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- Leading infrastructure planning, programming and capital works delivery
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- Developing strategic work programs aligned with Council priorities
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- Coordinating projects, budgets, procurement and resource planning
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- Building and mentoring a newly structured multidisciplinary team
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- Overseeing inspections across roads, bridges, stormwater and public assets
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- Managing relationships with contractors, consultants,



government agencies and community stakeholders
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- Monitoring project performance, financial outcomes and risk
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- Supporting Transport for NSW prequalification and RMCC program delivery
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- Improving infrastructure planning, project delivery and asset management practices
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- Maintaining strong procurement, contract management, WHS and environmental standards
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About You

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You may currently be working in civil construction, engineering consulting, local or state government, transport, utilities, mining, infrastructure delivery or asset management.

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To qualify, you'll bring demonstrated leadership experience across infrastructure, capital works, civil construction, asset management or major projects, supported by tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Project Management, Asset Management or a related discipline.

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Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.

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You'll also bring:

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- Significant experience leading teams and delivering infrastructure programs
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- Strong project, contract and procurement management capability
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- Experience managing budgets, programs and resources
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- Sound understanding of asset management principles
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- Strong commercial and financial acumen
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- Confidence working with contractors, consultants and government stakeholders
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- Class C Driver Licence or equivalent
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- White Construction Induction Card
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- Australian work rights
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Experience within local government, roads and transport, utilities, mining, civil construction, engineering consulting, government or infrastructure asset management will be highly regarded.

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Most importantly, you'll be an authentic and capable leader who enjoys developing people,



improving systems and taking ownership of outcomes.

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Why Make the Move?

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This role offers something increasingly difficult to find in larger infrastructure environments: genuine ownership and visible impact.

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Instead of being responsible for one component of a much larger program, you'll have the opportunity to influence infrastructure priorities across an entire Council and community.

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You'll receive a competitive Grade 11 salary of $102,507.60 – $118,665.40 plus superannuation, together with:

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- 9-day fortnight
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- Leaseback vehicle with private use
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- Relocation assistance
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- Housing allowance or subsidised Council accommodation
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- Civil Liability Allowance
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- Four weeks annual leave
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- Professional development and ongoing training
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- One fully paid professional association membership each year
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- Employee Assistance Program
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- Uniform allowance and Council-provided PPE
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- The opportunity to build and lead a newly established team
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- Genuine influence over Council's long-term infrastructure direction
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- Support from an executive leadership team committed to continuous improvement
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About Coonamble

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Located in north-western NSW, Coonamble Shire Council serves Coonamble and its surrounding villages and is committed to building a connected, respectful and thriving community.

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For an infrastructure leader ready for greater autonomy, regional living and the prospect to see the direct impact of their decisions, this is a chance to build something meaningful.

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You don't need to already live in Coonamble.

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If the opportunity is right, Council can support your relocation and housing.

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Make Your Next Project Your Legacy

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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.

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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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Applications close 23rd Sept 2026

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