About Barunga West Council...
Barunga West Council is a vibrant and welcoming coastal and agricultural community with an unspoilt natural environment and relaxed country lifestyle. Council is committed to delivering responsive, professional and accessible services that support the needs of its community.
Council prides itself on maintaining high standards of governance, safety and service delivery while providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for its employees.
About the role...
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Manager Assets, Infrastructure and Regulatory Services leads the planning, delivery and maintenance of Council's infrastructure, assets and regulatory functions. The portfolio includes roads, buildings, parks, waste services, fleet, capital works, development compliance and regulatory services.
As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will provide strategic advice to the CEO and Council, lead the delivery of major projects and integrated works programs, manage operational budgets and resources, and drive continuous improvement, asset sustainability and service excellence.
What you will do...
- Assets and infrastructure - Lead Council's asset management, infrastructure planning and maintenance programs.
- Capital works - Develop and deliver integrated capital and maintenance programs aligned with Council priorities and budgets.
- Major projects - Oversee projects, consultants and contractors to deliver sustainable, well-managed outcomes.
- Regulatory services - Lead development assessment, planning and building compliance, environmental health and regulatory functions.
- Waste and community infrastructure - Provide strategic direction across waste services, community land and infrastructure.
- Financial management - Manage portfolio budgets, resources and financial analysis to support informed decision-making.
- Leadership - Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team while contributing to Council's strategic direction.
- Stakeholder relationships - Build strong relationships with Elected Members, community, government agencies, contractors and other stakeholders.
What they are looking for...
- Senior leadership experience - Experience managing a diverse portfolio of services within local government or a similar environment.
- Infrastructure and asset expertise - Strong experience in capital works, infrastructure and sustainable asset management.
- Regulatory knowledge - Experience overseeing development assessment, planning, building compliance, environmental health or other regulatory services.
- Project and commercial capability - Demonstrated experience managing major projects, contracts, procurement, consultants and contractors.
- Strategic judgement - Ability to navigate complex or politically sensitive issues and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
- Leadership and relationships - Strong people leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead through change.
- Financial and business acumen - Strong budgeting, reporting and commercial decision-making capability.
- Qualifications - Relevant tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, management or a related discipline highly regarded. Membership of an appropriate professional institute is desirable.
Why Barunga West Council?
This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a significant portfolio spanning infrastructure, assets, capital works and regulatory services, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Elected Members to influence Council's strategic direction. The role offers genuine scope to shape sustainable infrastructure and services that support the long-term wellbeing and growth of the community, while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Port Broughton.
More information...
To obtain a copy of the Candidate Information Pack and to apply, please visit mcarthur.com.au and quote reference number J10184.
Confidential enquiries can be directed to Teresa Nilsson on (08) 8100 7000.
Applications close on 23 November 2026, however we are actively shortlisting candidates and encourage early applications.