Director, Roads and Infrastructure

1 day ago

Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia Central Desert Shire Full time $186,824 - $213,325 per year

Primary Objective

Operating under the broad direction of the Deputy Chief Executive Officer and in accordance with Council's Strategic and Regional Plans, policies, and relevant legislation, the Director – Roads and Infrastructure provides strategic and operational leadership for Council's infrastructure programs across the Central Desert Region.

The position ensures the effective planning, delivery, and maintenance of roads, facilities, fleet, and capital works, with a focus on safety, sustainability, and community impact. The Director leads functional managers, mentors teams, and provides high-level advice to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Council to achieve reliable, high-quality infrastructure outcomes.

About us

Central Desert Regional Council is a local government authority covering an area over 282,000 Sq. kilometres. The Council provides a range of services in 12 communities to the North of Alice Springs: Lajamanu, Ti tree, Wilora, Nturiya, Pmara Jutunta, Willowra, Laramba, Nyirripi, Yuelamu, Atitjere, Engawala and Yuendumu. There are also several homelands and outstations. The Central Desert area is considered remote and disadvantaged and over 80% of the population is Aboriginal.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Creates Vision and Gives Direction

  • Promotes Council's vision and values, inspiring others to align with organisational goals.
  • Demonstrates sound strategic thinking and coordinated change management.
  • Upholds ethical leadership and integrity in all operations.

Develops People

  • Motivates and develops staff to achieve quality outcomes.
  • Fosters a collaborative work environment based on trust, respect, and accountability.
  • Builds the capacity of teams to plan, deliver, and review performance effectively.

Manages Resources and Risks

  • Ensures responsible, efficient, and ethical use of human, financial, and physical resources.
  • Supports the Deputy CEO to negotiate and secure resources for strategic outcomes.
  • Implements Council's risk management and compliance frameworks.

Promotes and Achieves Quality Outcomes

  • Embeds continuous improvement and quality assurance principles into service delivery.
  • Evaluates performance against measurable standards and promotes innovation.

Understands Relationships

  • Builds and maintains constructive relationships with Council, staff, communities, contractors, and government agencies.
  • Communicates transparently and manages conflict constructively.
  • Demonstrates diplomacy and professionalism at all times.
  • Self-Awareness and Self-Management

Models Council's values – Creative, Respect, Integrity, Safety, Patience.

  • Reflects on feedback and experience to drive professional growth.
  • Promotes wellbeing and resilience for self and others.

What's on offer?

  • An attractive remuneration package $186,824 - $213,325 per annum that includes the minimum statutory superannuation contribution, professional development allowance and executive vehicle allowance;
  • 6 weeks' Annual Leave accrued per year;
  • 12 extra days off in lieu (TOIL);
  • 12 public holiday days per year;
  • 1 additional public holiday for NAIDOC day;
  • 3 additional days between Xmas and NY;
  • 15 days Personal Leave accrued per year.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander for this role.

Please note:

Applications submitted by other methods will not be considered.

  • Closing date:
  • Location: AliceSprings

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