DIRECTOR OF INFRASTRUCTURE 

$125,000 - $155,000 

The Shire of Dumbleyung, located in the heart of the Wheatbelt, is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced person as its next Director of Infrastructure.  

The successful applicant will be responsible for coordinating the Shire’s road maintenance, road construction and works programs.  The Director of Infrastructure is also responsible for managing the financial performance of the Works & Services section. Working with the Senior Management Team to deliver the Council’s Strategic Community Plan and Asset Management Plan for the Shire. 

To be successful for this position you must possess: 

• Previous experience in a senior management position
• Proven leadership, teamwork and effective interpersonal skills
• Exceptional communication skills
• Sound working knowledge of road maintenance and construction methods
• Practical experience in footpath, drainage, parks & gardens, maintenance & construction
• High level skills in planning and budgeting of projects

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this is a contracted position with a term of up to five years. With a renumeration package in the range of $125,000 - $155,000 (includes base salary, private use of a motor vehicle, superannuation, housing, utilities allowance, professional membership allowance and a uniform allowance.  Housing options will be discussed with the successful applicant. 

An information package can be obtained via the Shires website www.dumbleyung.wa.gov.au/employment-opportunities.  Further information about the position is available by contacting the Chief Executive Officer, Mr Gavin Treasure, on (08) 9863 4012 or mobile 0429 634 012. 

Applications detailing experience, qualifications and including statements addressing the selection criteria can be emailed to mdavidson@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au or mailed to Shire of Dumbleyung, PO Box 99, Dumbleyung WA 6350, marked Private and Confidential – Director of Infrastructure position.

Applications are to be received by 4pm, Friday 31st March 2023.