Shoalhaven City Council

Civil Operations Manager – Central

• Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: $118,248 - $135,701 gross p.a. plus 12% Super plus 3.5% Civil Liabilities Allowance
• 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
• Leaseback Vehicle Available
• Located at Bomaderry Works Depot, McIntyre Way, Bomaderry
• Applications close Sunday, 12 July 2026 (at midnight)

About the Role
This role provides progressive and strategic leadership to a multi‑disciplinary team responsible for delivering Council's asset maintenance programs and selected capital works on time and within budget. The position also oversees assigned functions within the Mechanical/Fabricator Services Business Unit. This includes the day‑to‑day management of staff, finances, and assets to ensure alignment with organisational objectives and annual operational plans, supporting strong triple‑bottom‑line outcomes for the community.

Key responsibilities include leading Council's civil infrastructure maintenance program for defined areas, managing civil infrastructure construction activities, overseeing operations within the Mechanical/Fabricator Services Business Unit, and supporting Council's engineering response during emergency events. This role is essential in driving operational excellence, fostering a positive and productive work culture, optimising resources, and ensuring high‑quality service delivery across the organisation.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Degree qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or demonstrated extensive relevant experience, including:
  • leadership and management of multi-disciplinary teams similar in scope/ size associated with the role.
  • construction, operation and management of civil infrastructure assets relevant to the role;
  • stakeholder engagement, Council report writing and professional communication with community stakeholders;
  • employee performance management and workforce leadership; and
  • management of multimillion-dollar operational and/or capital budgets.
• Extensive experience in the delivery of a wide range of civil infrastructure projects and maintenance programs, including allocation and management of resources.
• Demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of relevant legislation, standards and guidelines.
• Class C Driver's License
• Workcover General Induction Card (or willing to obtain)
• Proof of right to work in Australia

The ideal candidate will be an experienced and forward‑thinking leader with the capability to manage multi‑disciplinary teams and deliver complex asset construction and maintenance programs on time and within budget. They will bring strong operational and financial management skills, with the ability to oversee mechanical services, staff performance, and asset management in alignment with organisational goals.

How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please list your qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
3. Relating to your experience in the management of assets and teams, give an example of a process or performance gap you identified and fixed proactively. What did you do first, how did you test your approach, and what measurable impact did it have.
4. Describe a time you lifted performance standards across a team you managed. What expectations did you set, how did you track them, and what improved?
5. Provide an example of a performance dashboard you have use to run a team you have managed. What metrics matter, how often do you review them, and how do you act on trends.

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3203.

Applications Close: Sunday, 12 July 2026 (midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Michael Berzins - Manager - Works & Services - 02 4429 3777

Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• NSW Welcome Experience

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.