Careers at Council · 9 hours ago
Director Infrastructure and Works
Forbes, ND
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveCouncil is seeking a Director for its Infrastructure & Works Directorate to lead and innovate in building a stronger future. The role involves strategic leadership in delivering community plans, overseeing major projects, and fostering a high-performing team.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership to deliver Council’s Community Strategic Plan and major infrastructure programs
Oversee capital works, budgets, and major projects with a focus on efficiency and excellence
Drive planning, scheduling, and proactive maintenance and construction activities, including emergency management and disaster response
Foster a culture of continuous improvement through coaching and mentoring, with strong engagement across outdoor crews and technical teams
Remove barriers, resolve complex issues, and enable organisational success
Collaborate with the Mayor, Councillors and stakeholders to achieve high-quality outcomes for Forbes and the surrounding region
Qualification
Required
Operational leadership in senior roles managing large teams and diverse portfolios
Expertise in strategic planning, project delivery, and financial management
Agile, resilient, and skilled at managing competing priorities
Strong, engaging people leadership that inspires high performance and connects with outdoor crews
Skilled in problem solving, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement
Knowledge of asset management, infrastructure principles, compliance frameworks, and RMCC
Relevant experience in emergency management and disaster response
Preferred
IPWEA membership (or eligibility) highly regarded
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