Manager of Asset & Program Planning

• Join a dedicated team and oversee Council infrastructure and assets!
• Enjoy a 9-day fortnight with relocation assistance plus ongoing learning and development, leaseback vehicle, 15 days accumulative annual sick leave and access to a EAP (Employee Assistance Program)!
• Salary up to $135,000 including super!

Here at Tenterfield Shire Council, our mission is to showcase "quality nature, quality heritage and quality lifestyle" through a range of collaborative initiatives with our community.

We are a close-knit and dedicated team that cultivates a community spirit and promotes a quality lifestyle, equal opportunities and access to all services. We really live and breathe our values each and every day. They are:

• Integrity: ensuring openness and honesty in all our activities.
• Community focus: delivering prompt, courteous and helpful service.
• Accountability: accepting responsibility for providing quality services and information.
• Respect: treating people with courtesy, dignity and fairness regardless of our personal feelings about the person or issue.
• Excellence: being recognised for providing services and programs that aim for best practice.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do and are central to our success. In this role, you will be working with a team that feels empowered and challenged while fostering an emphasis on work/life balance.

Your Opportunity:

Tenterfield Shire Council is looking for a full-time Manager Assets & Program Planning based in Tenterfield, NSW.

Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure, this role is responsible for leading and managing Council’s infrastructure and asset planning to improve service delivery, extend asset lifespan, and minimise risks associated with asset failure.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing and implementing asset and fleet management policies, strategies, and guidelines
• Managing Council’s infrastructure assets, including roads, bridges, stormwater drainage, fleet, and buildings
• Overseeing the development of operational, capital, and maintenance works programs and budgets
• Identifying, applying for, and managing grant funding opportunities for asset projects
• Establishing and undertaking asset inspections and condition assessments
• Developing project management frameworks for infrastructure projects, including planning, approvals, and land acquisitions
• Reviewing and updating Council’s Risk Register and intervention programs
• Managing rural addressing, road access applications, and community event road closures
• Ensuring effective operation of the Fleet and Assets Section, monitoring performance, and optimising resource allocation
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team to foster collaboration and continuous improvement
• Promoting and enforcing workplace health and safety policies and maintaining a respectful and inclusive work environment
• Acting as the Director of Infrastructure in their absence as required

To find out more, please review the position description.

You’ll be great in this role because:

To qualify, you will need tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in asset management, engineering, budgeting, and project planning and management. Strong project management skills and experience in the design and delivery of full project life cycles in roads, bridges, and other asset classes will also be essential.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Demonstrated ability to lead a team of employees and consultants to deliver value-adding asset management and engineering outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including effective report writing and the ability to simplify technical issues
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, as well as MapInfo, Intramaps, or similar mapping systems
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Work Health & Safety (WHS) principles and their application in the workplace

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong leadership and strategic planning abilities, with the capability to oversee multiple asset projects while ensuring compliance with legislation and industry standards. You will be an effective communicator who can engage with internal and external stakeholders, influencing decision-making and promoting collaboration. Your problem-solving mindset, coupled with a keen eye for financial management and risk mitigation, will enable you to drive long-term infrastructure and asset sustainability.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you will play a key part in shaping the future of Tenterfield Shire Council’s infrastructure and asset programs. We are looking for a driven and adaptable professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, is committed to service excellence, and embraces innovation to improve asset management outcomes.

Please Note: The successful candidate must have a current, unrestricted Australian driver's licence and hold, or be willing to obtain, a National Criminal History Record Check prior to commencing employment.

What you will get from Tenterfield Shire Council

This role comes with a salary up to $135,000 including super dependent on experience. You will also have access to fantastic benefits, including a 9-day fortnight, leaseback vehicle, 15 days accumulative annual sick leave, ongoing professional development opportunities and access to our Employee Assistance Program.

This is your opportunity to get out of the city and enjoy a quiet and relaxing life in this beautiful and picturesque part of Regional New South Wales. Relocation assistance is available, and we will help and support your move to Tenterfield.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, don't wait – Apply Now!