The Shire of Capel is a vibrant and connected community with a family-friendly lifestyle in the beautiful South-West region of Western Australia, situated between Bunbury and Busselton, in close proximity to the Margaret River region. The team embodies the Shire’s HEART values - honesty, empathy, accountability, respect and teamwork. This is a critical and exciting time for the Shire, with significant projects underway including a leadership and cultural development program and an ERP implementation, and the reshaping of the organisational structure including the creation of a third directorate, driven by the growth in the organisation. The Director Infrastructure Management provides executive leadership for the following portfolios: engineering and works; projects, facilities assets; parks, waste and natural environment; and emergency services. Reporting to the newly appointed CEO, you will be a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and contribute to the overall leadership, governance and performance of the organisation. Key priorities for the role will be the strategic leadership of infrastructure planning and asset management practices. THE PACKAGE An attractive remuneration package is on offer, including a base salary of $185,400 plus superannuation, a vehicle or vehicle allowance, and a professional development allowance, on a five-year contract. If you are an accomplished senior leader with experience contributing to organisational strategy, governance and executive decision-making within a Local Government environment, we would be interested to hear from you. Significant experience in leading infrastructure services such as asset management, capital works delivery, engineering operations or environmental services is essential. The successful candidate will also be an effective executive team member who can lead senior managers, build organisational capability and foster a strong culture of physical and psychosocial safety and customer service. TO APPLY This recruitment process is being conducted by Beilby Downing Teal. Applications will not be accepted through this portal or the Shire. For further information please view the advertisement on the Beilby Downing Teal website at: Director Infrastructure Management - Shire of Capel | Bunbury & South West | Beilby Downing Teal For initial enquiries, or for any assistance you may need in making your application, please contact Emily Bulloch for a confidential discussion on 0427 582 402 or ebulloch@beilbydt.com.au. Applications will close at 4pm AWST on Monday 13 July 2026. Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify.
