Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Manager Infrastructure Services

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with one of the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to more than 380,000 residents.

The Role

As the Manager – Infrastructure Services, you will provide leadership, direction and accountability for the Infrastructure Services Unit, ensuring the delivery of responsive, customer-focused infrastructure services across the city.

Reporting to the Director, you will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for roads, traffic, stormwater, open space, trees, development engineering and development application referrals. You will work collaboratively with Executive leaders, Councillors and key stakeholders to improve service delivery, lead organisational transformation and support strategic decision-making.

This role is at the heart of how Council delivers for our community by shaping essential infrastructure services that people rely on every day to create a safer, more connected and customer focused outcomes that make a real difference. 

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team delivering infrastructure services across roads, traffic, stormwater, open space, trees and development engineering
• Drive a customer-first approach through the continuous improvement of end-to-end business processes, systems and service delivery
• Oversee the coordination and delivery of infrastructure-related customer requests, applications and operational services
• Coordinate the Local Traffic Forum and Road Safety Program
• Manage development application referrals relating to traffic, engineering and tree assessments
• Provide strategic and operational advice to the Director to support the delivery of departmental priorities and organisational objectives
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholders, government agencies, developers and the community
• Lead change initiatives that improve organisational capability, service delivery and customer outcomes
• Manage operational and financial performance, ensuring effective resource planning, budget management and accountability

For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering, infrastructure management, civil engineering, asset management or a related discipline with a minimum of 10 years’ experience
• Significant leadership experience managing multidisciplinary infrastructure or engineering teams
• Demonstrated experience leading organisational change, continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery
• Strong understanding of local government infrastructure services, including roads, traffic, stormwater, open space, development engineering, NSW Local Government Act and the NSW Roads Act 
• Proven ability to lead complex operational programs while balancing competing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to form positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, groups, organisation and individuals  
• Demonstrated financial management and budget experience
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills  
• Advanced strategic thinking, problem solving and decision-making capability

Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What's in it for you?

• An attractive remuneration package
• The opportunity to lead the delivery and transformation of critical infrastructure services
• Influence how Council delivers customer-focused infrastructure outcomes across the City
• Work within a collaborative and progressive leadership environment with access to professional development opportunities
• 5 weeks annual leave, supporting a healthy work-life balance
• Access to employee Health and Wellbeing Programs

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Anthony Vangi via email at [email protected]

How to apply

You will need to submit your application via the 'Apply' button below and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter explaining your suitability for the role with demonstrated examples of your relevant experience and achievements.

Applications close on Tuesday 14 July 2026

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application or throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [email protected].

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check.

Applicants must hold Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid visa with unrestricted working rights.