Are you a proven leader in civil infrastructure ready to shape a vital road network and make a tangible difference in regional communities?
Warrumbungle Shire Council is seeking a highly skilled and passionate Manager Roads to lead our dedicated team. This is a unique opportunity to build a rewarding career, leaving a lasting legacy on the infrastructure that connects and supports our residents, industries, and visitors.
Based in Coolah, within the picturesque Warrumbungle Shire, you'll be part of a diverse region spanning 12,380 sq km, home to approximately 9,225 residents across charming towns like Baradine, Binnaway, Coonabarabran (our regional hub), Dunedoo, and Mendooran. The area boasts breathtaking national parks and is home to Australia’s first Dark Sky Park.
As Manager Roads, you will be instrumental in overseeing the planning, delivery, and maintenance of our extensive road network. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll guide a substantial team, manage significant budgets, and drive innovative solutions. You'll tackle diverse challenges from post-natural disaster recovery (especially floods) to the substantial infrastructure demands of the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). A key responsibility will be managing the Roads Maintenance Council Contract (RMCC) with Transport for NSW, overseeing unsealed road maintenance, and delivering critical grant-funded projects. You'll foster a strong, positive workplace culture, engaging directly on the ground to understand operational challenges.
To succeed, you'll need tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or extensive relevant experience. Demonstrated success in managing road construction and maintenance programs, ideally within local government, is essential, along with proven contract management experience, especially with RMCC. A solid understanding of rural unsealed road maintenance and experience managing grant-funded infrastructure projects are also crucial. We seek a confident, highly visible leader with strong communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills for complex engineering challenges in a regional setting. You'll possess strong financial acumen, excellent stakeholder engagement abilities, and be adaptable and resilient in responding to changing priorities and emergencies, always with a strong commitment to WHS principles.
We offer a comprehensive and attractive package. The expected total remuneration package is in the vicinity of $173K - $201K (indicative, based on experience), inclusive of superannuation, civil liability, and a 10% overtime allowance. We provide generous leave opportunities and robust health and wellness programs. Your professional development is a priority, with access to extensive online training resources. We also offer the options of a leaseback car and rental of a 4-bedroom 2 bathroom brick home with attached 2 car garage in Coolah and a generous relocation package up to $7,500. You will be eligible to pay 50-100% of your rent pre-tax (depending on whether you rent privately or from Council) and 50% of your household fuels, allowing you to further optimise your pay.
We foster a supportive work environment that values flexibility and work-life integration, offering hybrid work arrangements and adaptable hours by agreement, along with various allowances and health checks.
If you are a proactive leader with a passion for roads and a desire to contribute to a thriving regional community, we encourage you to apply.
If you’re ready to lead, drive change, and make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply by submitting your application online at lgnsw.org.au/lgms.
All applicants must address the selection criteria to be considered for this role.
To learn more about the Council visit warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au.
For further assistance, please contact Claudia Nossa Cortes on 0405 540 554 for a confidential discussion.
Applications close 5pm, Monday 4 August 2025.
