North Burnett Regional Council

Civil Works Manager

• 3-Year Full-Time Fixed-Term Contract
• Council Provided Housing
• Relocation Assistance
• Yearly Private Vehicle Allowance

Why work with us?

There really is no better place to live, work and play than naturally beautiful North Burnett.  Home to 6 main townships plus quaint villages, the region boasts incredible National Parks, is agriculturally diverse, and offers an idyllic relaxed lifestyle.

Work-life balance, this role allows you to enjoy our beautiful rural location, and relaxed natural environment, while having the space and freedom to explore your potential.

Community and connection, find a sense of belonging and build authentic and meaningful relationships within our close-knit communities.

Affordable living, enjoy a lower cost of living and better housing affordability.

Rural lifestyle, enjoy the rural landscapes, clean air, and laid-back atmosphere.

Rewarding career, this is an exciting time to be joining the team.  North Burnett Regional Council offer a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional development and initiatives to support a healthy work/life balance.

You can find out more about Mundubbera in our NORTH BURNETT VISITORS GUIDE.

About the position

Reporting directly to the General Manager - Works, the Civil Works Manager is a key member of a collaborative and forward-thinking Senior Management team. This role is responsible for driving initiatives that align with the organisation’s strategic objectives while enhancing and strengthening its Civil infrastructure.

This pivotal role is ideal for an experienced leader with a strong background in Civil infrastructure. You will oversee operations within the Council’s Civil works section, ensuring statutory and community needs are met. Key responsibilities include implementing corporate and operational plans, optimising capability, ensuring accountability, transparency, and probity, overseeing planning and operations, meeting legislative and compliance requirements, and delivering effective outcomes for the Council, staff, and the community.

Portfolio areas include Civil Construction & Maintenance, Parks & Open Spaces and Works programs streams.

About you

You are a dedicated and results-driven professional with a passion for delivering and sustaining Civil infrastructure projects. You excel at managing teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and overcoming challenges to meet project objectives. Your strong technical knowledge, combined with exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills, ensures that you deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality.

For information about the opportunity, selection criteria, application and position requirements, please review the following:

• Candidate Information Pack 
• Position Description

Benefits you will enjoy when working at Council: 

• Competitive salary, plus 12% superannuation
• Yearly Private Vehicle Allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Funded professional development and training opportunities
• Employee ‘Study Assistance’ scheme
• Employee Assistance Program for work or non-work-related matters
• Achieve a healthy work/ life balance
• Short commute and free parking
• Be part of a passionate and talented team

Applications close:  10:00pm, Sunday 12 January 2025

Contact For further information regarding this position please contact Darren Simpson from the People & Culture Team on Ph: 0499 781 280

What to include in your application:

• A cover letter (no more than two pages) detailing:
  • Your reason/s for applying for the position.
  • How your work-experience, skills and knowledge meet the key responsibilities and position requirements.
  • A response to selection criteria (outlined in the Candidate Information Pack) outlining how your current skills, attributes, knowledge or qualifications satisfy these criteria.
• A current resume that summarises your employment history, education and training as well as referees.
• A copy of your current driver’s licence, and relevant qualifications and certificates
• A completed Position Application Form 

Additional Information

If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you and appreciate your application.

To be considered for this position, you must have adequate unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

North Burnett Regional Council is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Accommodation / housing – the North Burnett Region offers affordable accommodation options, particularly if you are looking at getting into the housing market. Contact our local real-estate agents directly to discuss potential opportunities.  If you are looking for short-term/rental accommodation, again, please contact our local Real Estate agents directly to discuss suitable options.

Please Note: North Burnett Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice. The recruitment desk will be closed from 4:30pm 24 December 2024, re-opening 08:30am Thursday 02 January 2025.