Join our Executive Leadership Team to lead Council’s Infrastructure & Works Directorate. Make a real impact driving strategy, delivering outcomes, and leading a high-performing team across Works, Engineering Technical, Water & Sewer, and Town Presentation & Facilities. What You’ll Do 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 Councillors and stakeholders to achieve high-quality outcomes for the region. What We’re Looking For 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. Strategic mindset with IPWEA membership (or eligibility) highly regarded. Relevant experience in emergency management and disaster response. Why You’ll Love It This is more than a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of our region, drive innovation, and deliver outcomes that matter. If you’re results-driven, strategic, and thrive on solving complex challenges, we want to hear from you. Take the lead in building a stronger, smarter future. Submit your application via the LGNSW Executive Vacancies portal where the Information Pack, Position Description, and Selection Criteria can be downloaded. Learn more at Forbes Shire Council. For a confidential discussion, contact Claudia Nossa Cortes, LGMS Senior Consultant on 0405 540 554. Applications close 5pm, Monday 9 February 2026.
