Group Manager Infrastructure Services

Description

A new senior leadership role has been created to strengthen operational capability and align services with the Council’s 2050 Vision. The position is pivotal in building a modern, sustainable, community‑focused city by driving excellence across infrastructure service delivery.

The role oversees critical infrastructure services that support a thriving city, leading multidisciplinary teams covering roads, footpaths, drainage, parks, facilities, fleet, depots, and emergency management. It focuses on delivering safe, efficient, and innovative public services.

• Lead service delivery across roads, footpaths, drainage, parks, open space, facilities, fleet, depot and store operations.
• Ensure safe, efficient and sustainable maintenance of all infrastructure assets.
• Oversee procurement and lifecycle management of fleet, plant and equipment.
• Act as Council’s Local Emergency Management Officer and support emergency response activities.
• Drive continuous improvement through innovation, performance metrics and best‑practice frameworks.
• Provide strategic advice to senior executives and elected representatives.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support service delivery.
• Lead, mentor and develop service managers to foster a high‑performance culture.
• Manage budgets, resource planning and compliance with legislation and WHS requirements.
• Oversee commercial partnerships and ensure service level agreements are met.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be an experienced leader who brings clarity, confidence, and collaboration to complex operational environments. They balance strategic thinking with practical decision‑making, build strong teams, communicate with influence, and lead with integrity.

Applicants must apply online with a resume and cover letter by 9 pm on Sunday, 8 February 2026. The role requires Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency, a criminal history check, and compliance with the Council’s drug‑free policy. The City is committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

• Extensive experience (5‑8 years) leading infrastructure services in local government or similar sectors.
• Proven success managing diverse teams and service areas with a consultative and flexible approach.
• Strong strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and change leadership capabilities.
• Deep understanding of relevant legislation and WHS compliance.
• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering, Land Management, Parks, Business or related field with leadership experience.
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.

Benefits

The City of Parramatta is experiencing unprecedented growth and transformation as it evolves into a global city. This expansion offers Council, its partners, and the community a once‑in‑a‑generation chance to shape a culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable future.

The City offers an attractive salary range of $194,884.60 to $216,134.56 plus 12% superannuation, flexible hybrid work options, free onsite parking, extensive parental and long‑service leave, generous leave entitlements, learning and development programmes, health and wellbeing initiatives, and a motor vehicle scheme.

• Salary range $194,884.60 – $216,134.56 plus 12% superannuation.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements and free onsite parking.
• 14 weeks paid parental leave and access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Generous leave benefits including flexi‑time, additional Christmas days, sick/personal leave and health‑wellbeing days.
• Learning and development opportunities and health programmes such as Fitness Passport and flu shots.
• Potential participation in Council’s Motor Vehicle Scheme.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance