Inner West Council is offering an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished and strategic leader to become our next Director Engineering. This pivotal executive role, reporting directly to the General Manager, will allow you to directly influence the future of our vibrant and diverse community in Sydney's Inner West. You will be instrumental in leading the delivery of a wide-ranging portfolio of essential infrastructure projects and services.
As Director Engineering, you will provide visionary leadership and strategic direction across Resource Recovery, Fleet, Civil Maintenance, Parks and Streetscapes, Public Trees, Parks Liaison, Traffic and Transport Planning, Road Access, Road Design, Civil Capital Works, Stormwater as well as Asset Management Planning.
You will lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team of engineering professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture dedicated to achieving exceptional outcomes for our community.
You will also manage significant budgets, financial resources, and contracts, ensuring value for money and the successful delivery of projects within agreed timelines, including high-profile initiatives, while addressing the challenges of aging infrastructure and community expectations.
The successful candidate will hold tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a related field, complemented by extensive senior leadership experience within a large organisation, ideally in local government. You will demonstrate a proven ability to manage substantial budgets and lead diverse teams. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, as you will engage effectively with elected Council members, the community, various stakeholder groups, and state government agencies.
We seek a strategic thinker committed to continuous improvement and innovation in engineering practices, adept at providing expert technical advice, with a strong understanding of asset management planning and implementation, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory and environmental requirements while addressing skills shortages in the sector.
This is a demanding yet highly rewarding opportunity for a driven and experienced engineering leader passionate about shaping sustainable and liveable urban environments.
To apply for this role, please submit your application online at LGNSW ensuring you address the selection criteria. A detailed information package, including the position description, is available on the website lgnsw.org.au/lgms
For more information about the Council, please visit innerwest.nsw.gov.au
If you need further assistance, please contact Christian Morris, Manager, Local Government Management Solutions 0417 693 254 for a confidential discussion.
Applications close 5pm, Monday 26 May 2025.
