Operations Manager Design

Operations Manager Design & Projects

About Maitland

Maitland City Council is a diverse and dynamic organisation in a rapidly growing LGA. This growth means that our design and projects team maintain over 750,000km of road

About the Opportunity

As the Operations Manager for Design & Projects you will lead a team of technical experts on the survey and design of civil infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in coordinating, planning and scheduling the survey investigation and design of civil infrastructure projects within Council’s Capital Works Delivery Program, including roads, drainage, footpaths, shared paths and recreation designs.

In addition to the above, you will assess the feasibility of significant infrastructure development or asset management projects and develop solutions for successful project outcomes.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Civil Engineering, or a combination of demonstrated experience and education. You will also possess experience in:

- Design for roads, drainage, shared paths and recreation facilities

- Drainage design & pavement design

- Construction procedures for civil engineering works

- Project estimation and construction

With strong interpersonal skills that inform your leadership style, you will also have experience in building and leading teams to successful project outcomes.

Benefits

This is a permanent full‑time role working 35 hours per week, Monday‑Friday.

This position attracts a salary range of $144,587 – $160,491 (inclusive of civil liability allowance) + 12% p.a. superannuation + private leaseback vehicle.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees including:

- Flexible work

- 3 weeks personal leave

- Long Service Leave after five years

- Paid Parental Leave

- Access to our Healthy Employee Program (HEP), including reduced gym memberships and subsidies for programs that improve health and wellbeing

Questions?

If after reading the role charter you have any questions, contact Stephen Smith, Manager Asset Strategy and Engineering, on 0456 354 117.

To Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your resume and cover letter.

Applications close: Sunday 16 November 2025

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates’ details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre‑employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the “Jobs at Council” page on our website.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we can meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation (Recruitment@maitland.nsw.gov.au).

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