Resurfacing Program Manager - City Infrastructure

Permanent – Full Time

Help shape the future of Lake Mac’s road network. As our Resurfacing Program Manager, you’ll lead the planning and delivery of important resurfacing and sealing works that keep our community connected, safe and moving. This is a hands‑on role where your technical knowledge, forward planning and ability to bring people together will make a visible impact across the city.

- Shape practical road outcomes for the community of Lake Mac
- Apply specialist insight across complex works
- True work‑life balance with 35‑hour work week across 4 days

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

In this role, you’ll manage resurfacing programs across local, State and Regional Road networks, bringing robust project management discipline to the planning, programming and delivery of works. You’ll coordinate priorities, monitor progress and help ensure each program is delivered safely, efficiently, on budget and in line with community and organisational needs.

You’ll work closely with contractors, contract partners, asset teams and technical specialists to plan works up to 24 months in advance and turn asset priorities into practical delivery programs. Your resurfacing, spray seal and asphalt experience will support sound decision‑making, while your knowledge of Transport for NSW specifications and technical requirements will help maintain quality, compliance and consistency across the program.

- Travel and/or work across multiple sites

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for an experienced program professional who understands resurfacing and seal works, enjoys working with technical details and can balance long‑term planning with responsive delivery. You’ll be confident managing contracts,



engaging contractors, interpreting specifications and working with asset information to implement the right solutions at the right time.

You’ll bring a collaborative approach, a strong teamwork mindset and the ability to communicate well with a wide range of people, from internal teams and asset stakeholders to contractors, suppliers, Transport for NSW representatives and community members. You’ll also have the following:

- Diploma qualifications in relevant fields such as Civil Engineering, Project Management; and/or demonstrated extensive experience in a relevant field
- Extensive experience in the delivery management of civil construction programs.
- Demonstrated experience in the management of contracts, including material supplies, contractors, subcontractors, and consultants.
- Demonstrated professional written and verbal communication, and analytical skills including sound abilities in the preparation of business cases, reports, tender bids and project quality plans.
- Demonstrated conflict management skills and ability to influence internal and external stakeholders to meet required outcomes
- Demonstrated working knowledge of statutory legislation and Council standards relevant to the civil construction and maintenance industry, supported by experience in managing road resurfacing works.



This includes a strong understanding of Transport for NSW asphalt and spray seal specifications and current industry best practice principles, as well as emerging trends in road resurfacing and quality assurance.

If you’re practical, organised and motivated by delivering high‑quality infrastructure outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

- Competitive salary from $98,091 - $113,998 a year plus 12% superannuation
- 35 hours working across a 4-day work week
- Long Service leave after 5 years
- We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous discounted gym memberships through our Corporate Fitness program, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program
- Free parking within walking distance of our office building
- Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you join a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Tor

📌 Program Manager Resurfacing (Newcastle)
🏢 Lakemac
📍 Newcastle