About the Opportunity At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, our Community Utilities team plays a critical role in planning and managing the infrastructure that supports essential water, wastewater and waste services across our region.
As our community continues to grow, effective long-term infrastructure planning and contemporary asset management are essential to ensuring these services remain sustainable, reliable and responsive to future needs.
We are looking for a Utilities Engineering Planning and Assets Manager to lead Council's Engineering Planning Assets Section.
This leadership role will oversee the strategic planning and lifecycle management of our utility assets, bringing together engineering information, asset management, infrastructure planning and financial sustainability to guide investment and support the future growth of our region.
On a typical day this role will: Lead and manage the Engineering Planning Assets Section, providing strategic direction, resource planning and leadership to a team of technical professionals.
Lead the development and review of asset management plans, renewal and rehabilitation programs and long-term infrastructure strategies across water, wastewater and waste.
Oversee infrastructure planning, hydraulic modelling and asset lifecycle management to support sustainable service delivery and future growth.
Lead strategic financial, resource and budget planning to support long-term investment in utility infrastructure.
Use engineering information and asset data to support evidence-based planning, prioritisation and investment decisions.
Provide expert technical and strategic advice across the organisation on utility infrastructure planning and asset management.
Lead, coach and develop staff to foster a collaborative, capable and high-performing team.
Drive continuous improvement and contemporary asset management practices across the Section.
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, industry partners and the community to support strategic and service delivery outcomes.
To be successful in the role you will have: A Degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline acceptable for membership with Engineers Australia, or a recognised degree in another discipline with relevant experience.
Significant recent experience within the utilities industry or a closely related infrastructure environment.
Strong experience in asset management,



long-term infrastructure planning and strategic planning relevant to water, wastewater, waste or comparable infrastructure.
Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to lead, coach and develop professional teams and influence positive outcomes.
Proven experience managing budgets, resources, team performance and operational priorities.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance long-term infrastructure requirements with financial and service delivery priorities.
Advanced written and verbal communication, report writing, stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
A sound understanding of WHS requirements and experience fostering a positive safety culture.
A current Class C Driver Licence.
Remuneration and Perks Employment type: Permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week plus flex time) Salary: Starting from $134,****** to $150,****** per year depending on skills and experience plus 12% super Allowances: Civil Liabilities Allowance of 3.5% of your rate of pay.
Motor vehicle: This role qualifies for either a Council leaseback vehicle ($*****–$****** weekly deduction, depending on vehicle type) or a vehicle allowance of $10,780 per annum.
Benefits Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport Candidates relocating to the region have access to The Welcome Experience Career development opportunities Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award **** plus annual salary review Long service leave after 5 years Generous employee assistance program Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements Questions?
If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Cameron Hawkins, Group Manager Utilities Planning and Design on *********.
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Applications Close: Sunday 04 October **** at 11:30pm At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council , we believe that diversity makes us stronger.
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