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Diamantina Shire Council is seeking an outstanding leader to join the Executive Leadership Team as Director of Infrastructure Services, shaping the future of one of Australia's most unique and iconic remote regions.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this pivotal executive role provides strategic leadership across a diverse infrastructure portfolio and plays a key role in achieving Council's long-term vision for sustainable growth, community wellbeing and service excellence.
Leading a team of more than 40 staff through six direct reports, you will drive a culture of accountability, innovation, safety and continuous improvement while ensuring critical infrastructure services are delivered efficiently and effectively across the Shire.
The Opportunity
This is more than an infrastructure role.
It is an opportunity to influence strategic outcomes across an organisation that values collaboration, forward thinking and community impact.
Key responsibilities
Provide executive leadership across strategic asset management and infrastructure planning
Oversee roads, construction and maintenance programs
Deliver capital works delivery
Manage fleet and plant operations
Lead budget management and financial performance
Drive long-term asset renewal and sustainability initiatives
Provide workplace health and safety leadership
Develop organisational capability and workforce
Work closely with the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, elected members, contractors and government agencies
Help position Council for future success while ensuring essential services meet community needs
About you
Significant experience leading infrastructure, works, engineering or asset management functions
Strong executive leadership capability and sound business acumen
Ability to successfully lead organisational change and drive performance improvement
Proven ability to build high-performing teams through coaching, accountability and empowerment
Proven record of delivering major projects, programs and services within budget
Understanding of the importance of community, stakeholder and political relationships
Champion of workplace health and safety and positive organisational culture
Ability to inspire people, navigate challenges and deliver outcomes in a dynamic regional environment
Benefits
Competitive executive remuneration package Including:
Six weeks annual leave
Private use motor vehicle
Subsidised housing
Relocation assistance
Professional development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative executive team
About us
Diamantina Shire Council is an organisation that values collaboration, forward thinking and community impact, positioned in one of Australia's most unique and iconic remote regions.
Project Basis based
Bedourie, Queensland
Bedourie, Queensland
