Works Manager

Diamantina Shire Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Works Manager to lead the delivery of civil infrastructure, road construction and maintenance services across the Shire.

This senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient management of roads, drainage, construction and maintenance programs to deliver high-quality infrastructure services to our community.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director – Infrastructure Services, the Works Manager leads Council’s Operational Team, overseeing:

Civil infrastructure projects

Road construction and rehabilitation

Rural and DTMR road maintenance

Drainage and concrete structures (culverts, footpaths, kerb and channel)

Flood damage assessments and reporting

Road Maintenance Performance Contract (RMPC) delivery

You will manage operational teams, supervisors and contractors while overseeing capital works programs, budgets and compliance with relevant legislation and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and supervision across construction, civil and maintenance crews
• Develop and manage infrastructure works programs to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
  
   
• Manage Council’s RMPC contract with DTMR, including scoping and estimating works
  
   
• Oversee capital and operational budgets, expenditure and reporting
  
   
• Ensure statutory compliance and adherence to Council, DTMR and Cultural Heritage requirements
  
   
• Manage contractor performance and site operations
  
   
• Deliver flood damage estimates and infrastructure condition reporting
  
   
• Drive continuous improvement, safety compliance and operational efficiencies
  
   
• Foster a high-performance team culture aligned with Council’s values

About You

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

Significant leadership experience in civil construction and infrastructure delivery

Extensive knowledge of rural and DTMR road construction and maintenance

Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors

Strong financial and budget management capability

Sound understanding of NHVR Chain of Responsibility and load restraint requirements

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Demonstrated commitment to Quality Assurance and Workplace Health & Safety

Essential Requirements

Civil Engineering qualification or substantial experience (minimum 10 years) managing road construction and maintenance projects

Queensland “C” Class Driver Licence (or higher)

Construction Safety Induction Card (White Card), pre-employment medical assessment, and National Police Check

Desirable

Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering

Experience in a local government environment

MR Class Driver Licence

Plant and machinery competencies

First Aid and CPR Certificate

Why Join Diamantina Shire Council?

Senior leadership opportunity with real regional impact

Diverse civil infrastructure portfolio

Strong collaboration with DTMR and state stakeholders

Opportunity to shape long-term infrastructure planning and delivery

Supportive, values-driven organisation

To Apply

For further information, refer to the full Position Description(PDF, 219KB). 

To apply, email your application to [email protected]

Applications must include:

A current résumé

A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria

Copies of all relevant qualifications, tickets and licences

Applications close: 5pm, Friday, 20 March 2026

Diamantina Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based selection principles.