Group Manager Community Infrastructure and Recreational Operations

6 hours ago

Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia Port Macquarie Hastings Council Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

Port Macquarie Hastings Council is responsible for one of the fastest growing regional areas in NSW, with 90,000 people calling the area home. Conveniently located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, boasting 17 gorgeous beaches, a lush hinterland and a diverse variety of attractions, Port Macquarie Hastings offers a fabulous opportunity to balance lifestyle with your professional career.

The population of the Port Macquarie Hastings region is expected to climb to more than 100,000 over the next decade. As a community, it's about planning for the future. Council is focused on creating a thriving region that offers great lifestyle, education, tourism and business opportunities for generations to come. The vision is to create the most liveable, sustainable and innovative place in Australia.

The Role

This is a unique opportunity in a desirable lifestyle location.

As
Group Manager Community Infrastructure and Recreation Operations
, you will be reporting to the Director Community Infrastructure and will be part of the leadership team of Council. This position is pivotal in ensuring the strategic and operational management of the Infrastructure and Recreation Operations Group within the Division.

The role provides comprehensive leadership across a Directorate responsible for transport and stormwater, parks, open spaces and recreation. This includes overseeing the planning, design, execution, and operational management of key projects that are integral to achieving Council's outcomes.

About You

You will be a true innovative thinker in the sector, bringing extensive knowledge and experience in the coordination, design and delivery of asset development and infrastructure projects, including transport, stormwater and recreation infrastructure.

In addition to being suitably qualified in Civil Engineering or an equivalent field, you will be a highly collaborative leader who has demonstrable experience overseeing large multidisciplinary teams and embedding a culture of safety, accountability and innovation.

If you are ready to bring your expertise and passion to a role that combines strategic impact, leadership, and community focus, this is your opportunity to shape the future of Port Macquarie Hastings.

To access a copy of the comprehensive candidate brochure, please visit our website, locate the advertisement under the job search function, and then directly request the brochure through the online form.

For any specific role related concerns or queries, please contact Gareth Broadrick or Tamar Aslanian at

Recruitment Timeline

Closing Date: Friday 3rd October 2025 (midnight).

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