Georges River Council

Executive Manager City Presentation and Operations

Permanent, Full-time | Mortdale

About Our Council 

Georges River Council is a leading, people-focused organisation with approximately 600 staff members. Our people are working to make the Georges River area an accessible, green, diverse and innovative community and economy. We are dedicated to providing vibrant public places, sustaining and developing a thriving creative culture, helping protect our natural environment, and making our suburbs more liveable. 

About the Opportunity 

Georges River Council is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to shape the future of our city through operational excellence and visionary leadership.

As Executive Manager City Presentation and Operations, you will lead the delivery and continuous improvement of key depot-based services including civil maintenance, parks and sports field upkeep, fleet management, and operational procurement. Your leadership will ensure our public spaces and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards - efficiently, safely, and sustainably.

The role is pivotal in driving innovation, aligning operations with Council's strategic priorities, and fostering a high performance, collaborative team culture. You'll provide expert advice to the Executive Team, Councillors, and other stakeholders, and make a lasting impact on the livability and presentation of the Georges River area.

What We Offer

• Permanent, Full-Time 
• Salary from $197,010.55 - $228.043.89 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation 
• Access to Council leave entitlements, including 5 weeks annual leave, long service leave after 5 years and additional health and wellbeing leave 
• Hybrid working arrangements subject to operational requirements
• Fitness passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family for selected facilities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sponsored Study Program

What We’re Looking For 

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related discipline, and extensive senior leadership experience with a proven track record in engineering, financial, people, and project management.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, negotiation, and relationship-building, with the ability to engage effectively with Councillors, executive leadership, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Proven senior leadership experience in business performance improvement, organisational transformation, budgeting and cost control, performance management, and implementation of quality management systems.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a demonstrated ability to model organisational values, drive cultural alignment, and lead with integrity and accountability.
• Proven experience in leading and developing high-performing teams, including coaching, mentoring, and fostering a strong customer-focused culture.
• High-level problem solving and decision making skills, with the initiative to lead and adapt to change in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, ethical practice, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and workplace health and safety principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all stakeholders to address high-priority, complex, and often sensitive issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and appropriately to a diverse range of audiences.
• Current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence (minimum).
• Valid SIRA (WorkCover) White Card – Occupational Health and Safety General Induction.

How to Apply

For further information on key accountabilities, or required skills, experience and qualifications, please refer to the Position Description.  

If you would like to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Andrew Latta, Director Assets and Infrastructure 0401 670 183.

Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.