Director of Infrastructure

Tenterfield Shire Council

Position Vacant

Applications are invited for the below position:

 Director of Infrastructure – PV 16/23

Attractive Annual Salary in a range commensurate to qualifications and experience in the TRP range of $220K (inclusive of Superannuation and applicable ‘Award’ allowances) is envisioned for the right candidate.

Tenterfield Shire Council is based in the New England region of NSW, just 2hrs North of Armidale, and less than 3hrs inland from Byron Bay. The Shire is home to 6,800 residents spread across our vast LGA, covering 7,332 km2.

The General Manager is seeking to appoint a qualified Engineer to take on the role of Director of Infrastructure to deliver effective and efficient services and projects for our community. The position will form a significant part in a senior leader’s career and provides the opportunity for a lifestyle change where you can enjoy the spectacular outdoor beauty of the New England region.

ABOUT THE ROLE – As the Director of Infrastructure, reporting directly to the General Manager, you will lead a directorate of staff through 4 direct reports, who are experienced and tenured Managers leading Works, Water & Waste, Asset & Program Planning and Open Spaces, Regulatory & Utilities.

As a member of the Executive team, you will provide high level advice to Council, and the General Manager on a range of complex matters within the infrastructure portfolio. You will ensure the effective leadership in the delivery of strategic and operational management of civil and environmental engineering services, and oversee all activities associated within the following Council functions: Infrastructure Planning, Asset and Project Management, Works, Engineering and Design, Plant Management, Parks, Sporting Fields and Public Spaces, Buildings and Public Facilities, Water Supply, Sewerage Service, Waste Management, Environment Management, Town Planning Advice, Emergency Management and Regulation.

ABOUT YOU – As a highly motivated professional, you will have a minimum of 10 years’ experience working in a relevant field at a management level or higher, and possess a relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering that will allow certification as a Professional Engineer in NSW, demonstrated effective leadership and people management skills, excellent communication, negotiation and conflict management skills while dealing with people of diverse backgrounds, along with building strong relationships across our community and stakeholders. You will bring with you a positive attitude, experience and knowledge working within our ‘fast paced’ environment and dynamic workforce.

Tenterfield Shire offers a supportive workplace culture built around our values of “ICARE”, with fantastic working conditions and a range of additional benefits to help you enjoy life in our local community, including:

• 9 day fortnight;
• 15 days accumulative annual sick leave;
• 4 weeks accumulative Annual Leave;
• Option of leaseback vehicle (with full private use);
• Relocation assistance (negotiable for the right candidate);
• Further learning and development opportunities; and
• Access to onsite monthly counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

HOW TO APPLY – Further information and details can be obtained in Council’s Position Information Package, or by contacting Councils General Manager or HR, Workforce Development & Safety on 02 6736 6000 (during business hours).

Applications addressing the selection criteria should be emailed to the General Manager at hr@tenterfield.nsw.gov.au quoting the reference number and be submitted by no later than 4.00pm, 11 January 2024.

Tenterfield Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proudly embraces the following values: Integrity, Community Focus, Accountability, Respect & Excellence (ICARE).

Applicants must be an Australian citizen or an approved resident Visa Holder (Australian Government Visa Program) at the time of employment. Applicants that do not meet this requirement need not apply.