Manager Technical Services Infrastructure Assets

$180937 per annum $17600 motor vehicle allowance super benefits
Permanent Full-Time
Infrastructure Assets Infrastructure Operations and Delivery
Bundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us youll become part of an organisation that values your contributions supports your growth and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland Australia the Bundaberg Region is one of Australias fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence pristine waterways and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that natures palette can create.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• 9-day fortnight roster
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Uniform allowance
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clickinghere.

About The Opportunity

Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Manager Technical Services to lead the Technical Services function within the Infrastructure Assets Branch. This pivotal leadership role is responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality cost-effective and compliant engineering environmental and surveying services that underpin Councils capital works program and ongoing operational activities.

The position provides both strategic and operational leadership acting as Councils internal design authority and ensuring that all infrastructure design outputs meet required standards governance frameworks and long-term asset management objectives. The role plays a key part in aligning multidisciplinary technical services with Councils strategic priorities while fostering innovation embracing digital engineering practices and driving continuous improvement.

Working closely with internal stakeholders external consultants and government agencies the Manager Technical Services will ensure integrated and sustainable infrastructure outcomes are achieved while maintaining a strong focus on service delivery performance engineering risk management and value-for-money outcomes.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Leading and managing multidisciplinary technical teams across civil engineering design environmental and survey functions to deliver high-quality technical services aligned with Councils strategic objectives.
• Acting as Councils lead design authority establishing and maintaining engineering standards specifications policies and governance frameworks.
• Providing high-level technical advice to senior leadership on infrastructure design risk management service delivery models and emerging industry practices.
• Managing program performance budgets procurement and resource allocation to ensure delivery within agreed time cost and quality parameters.
• Establishing and maintaining strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to support the successful delivery of infrastructure outcomes.

This is a unique opportunity to influence Councils infrastructure future by shaping design standards strengthening technical capability and leading a critical service area that supports the delivery of sustainable and resilient community assets.

About You

To view the Position Description for this role please click here.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our communitys rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo aNational Police Check and pre-employment medicals(which may include drug and alcohol testing) as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply submit your application online by clicking the Apply button. Please include:

1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the About You section (max. 2 pages).

For enquiries please contact or. Please quote job reference BDBRC1582.

Applications close on Friday 19 June 2026 at 11:30 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities visit ourCareers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.