Lead the future of community infrastructure

We're seeking an experienced Coordinator Asset Management to lead the strategic planning and lifecycle management of Council's infrastructure assets, including transport, parks and open spaces, buildings, foreshore assets and public lighting.

Reporting to the Strategic Asset Manager, you'll lead a specialist team responsible for shaping long-term asset strategies, developing investment plans, and ensuring our infrastructure continues to meet the needs of a growing community.

About the Role

In this leadership role, you will:

- Lead and develop a high-performing Asset Management team.
- Drive asset management planning, policies and strategies.
- Prepare business cases, funding submissions and investment proposals.
- Oversee service level reviews and long-term asset planning.
- Inform capital works priorities through data-driven decision making.
- Provide expert advice to stakeholders across Council.
- Build strong relationships with community, government and industry partners.

About You

You are a strategic and collaborative leader who can translate technical information into practical outcomes.

You'll bring:

- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction or a related discipline.
- Experience in asset management, infrastructure planning or project delivery.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Experience developing strategies, business cases and long-term plans.
- A passion for continuous improvement and community outcomes.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to influence how Council plans, invests in and manages critical community infrastructure.

In return, you'll enjoy:

- A key leadership role with genuine organisational impact.
- Opportunities to shape long-term infrastructure outcomes.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Career development and flexible working opportunities.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

- Apply by uploading a cover letter and your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm:



Tuesday 17th November 2026.
- Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of job ad closing.
- Package: $121,932 - $142,456 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
- Hours of work: Permanent Full Time Working 35 hours per week. You will have the option of a 19 day month with Council's ADO system (Accrued Day Off).
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Richard Wright, Strategic Asset Manager [email protected] for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner [email protected] can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

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About Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.

Watch the video to hear from our people about the wide range of projects we're delivering for our community.

It's a great time to join our team and do work that matters.

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📌 Coordinator Asset Management (Sutherland)
🏢 Sutherland Shire Council
📍 Sutherland