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Closing date: 11/01/2026 11:59 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Location: Alan Turner Depot - 151 Fernleigh Road, Wagga Wagga NSW Wiradjuri Country
Department: Infrastructure - Civil Operations
Employment type: Permanent Full-time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Wagga Wagga is the largest inland city in NSW, undergoing rapid changes as the result of strong organic growth, major investment from the state government and several national construction projects. It is strategically located at a national transport node offering connection to road, rail and air and act as the economic hub for the Riverina, serving a catchment of over 175,000 people. The city offers a range of services and facilities typically found in a metropolitan setting, including a diverse economy, extensive school and university education options, healthcare, the arts and community events, regional and national sporting facilities and a vibrant entertainment and retail sector.
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Reporting to the Director Infrastructure Services, the Manager Civil Operations is responsible for leading the Civil Operations division to ensure Council's civil infrastructure including roads, bridges, footpaths, cycleways, car parks, public domain assets, and quarry operations are planned, maintained, and delivered to a high standard of safety, reliability, and community service.
This role is central to implementing a risk-based, customer-focused approach to the management, maintenance, renewal, and upgrade of Council's civil infrastructure. A key component of the position is the development and delivery of operational and recurrent forward capital works programs to meet current and future community needs.
The ideal applicant will bring demonstrated experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams across multiple, high-risk worksites, with the capability to drive cultural change and support a high-performing workforce.
Other key responsibilities will include:
* Lead the planning, delivery and continuous improvement of civil operations relating to roads, drainage, footpaths, bridges, car parks, cycleways and associated assets.
* Deliver operational and capital works programs including maintenance, renewal and upgrade projects for civil infrastructure.
* Ensure timely implementation of actions within relevant Council strategies and plans, including the Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy 2040 and other civil-related frameworks.
* Oversee asset management functions related to civil infrastructure, ensuring accuracy of asset data and alignment with long-term financial and asset management plans.
* Develop and implement road safety, network management and civil maintenance strategies, engaging collaboratively with key stakeholders and the community.
* Oversee Local Area Traffic Management functions, including coordination of the Local Traffic Committee where relevant to civil works.
* Manage Council's obligations as the Road Manager under the National Heavy Vehicle Law.
* Ensure compliance with Council's safety, environmental and planning responsibilities regarding quarry operations and materials production.
* Maintain compliance with Chain of Responsibility requirements within areas of control.
* Ensure Council's environmental management obligations are met across all civil operations, including activities on road reserves and drainage networks.
* Identify and maximise opportunities for grant funding to support the renewal and improvement of civil infrastructure.
* Foster cross-organisational collaboration to support integrated planning, asset management, work programming, resource allocation, and construction activities.
* Lead, mentor and coach the Civil Operations division to deliver high-quality outcomes and exceptional service to the community, fostering an integrated and collaborative team culture.
* Promote and maintain a proactive Work Health & Safety culture across all civil operations activities.
What we will offer:
* An attractive remuneration in accordance with skills and experience
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Access to Council's Flexible Working Hours Agreement
* The opportunity to further develop your career with a large regional Council with enviable and diverse projects already in motion or coming online
What you will need to succeed:
We are looking for experienced professionals with:
* Tertiary degree and/or post graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering
* Professional Engineer's Registration or eligibility to obtain registration
* Substantial experience in a Local Government operations context as the road authority and a strong understanding of asset management
* A background and/or good understanding in civil engineering road and pavement design
* Extensive leadership experience including the ability to effectively manage staff performance and to develop and maintain a positive workplace culture.
* Excellent communication and engagement skills at all levels across the organisation as well as externally.
What is next?
Applications close Sunday, 11 January 2026 at 11.59pm AEST. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday, 19 January 2026.
Please note, Wagga Wagga City Council administration building will be closed from 4.00pm on Wednesday, 24 December 2025 to Friday, 2 January 2026, re-opening on Monday, 5 January 2026.
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Henry Pavitt, Director Infrastructure Services on
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position.
All preferred candidates for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with a criminal record are not discouraged from applying for the position. Each application will be considered on its merit.
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Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.