Infrastructure Manager

3 days ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development Full time $129,464 - $200,000 per year

Infrastructure Manager – Land Development projects

  • Full Time Temp 30 June 2028
  • Location:  All Regional NSW, with preference of proximity to Wagga Wagga or Moree.
  • Clerk grade 9/10 salary starting from $129,464 plus super and leave loading

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Overview:

Are you passionate about positively impacting regional NSW?

Do you have strong relationship and negotiations skills to deliver outcomes?

Do you have experience delivering land development projects and associated infrastructure?

Do you have the ability to influence outcomes while maintaining strong, and at times competing, stakeholder relationships?

About the Role

The Infrastructure Manager is responsible for end to end delivery of Moree Special Activation Precinct's infrastructure. The role works closely with the precinct team and stakeholders to develop industrial subdivisions and to activate land. In this role you will manage the development and implementation of allocated projects including delivery and in accordance with contract and procurement requirements

About You

As our ideal candidate, you will have:

  • Tertiary qualifications or demonstrated high level experience in engineering and project management in a land development environment.
  • Extensive experience in the management of infrastructure and land development projects to achieve time, cost and quality objectives
  • Experience in the use and administration of government contracts
  • Experience in managing complex and sensitive consultations and negotiations with a diverse range of stakeholders.

About us

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

  • Local Land Services
  • NSW Resources
  • Agriculture and Biosecurity
  • Fisheries and Forestry
  • Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

The Regional Growth (NSW) Development Corporation (RGDC), within the Regional Development and Delivery Group, is established under the Growth Centres (Development Corporations) Act 1974 to lead the vision, strategic master-planning and delivery of the Government's Special Activation Precincts program to drive prosperity and growth across regional NSW.

Applying is easy

Submit your current Resume (max 4 pages) and a Cover Letter (max 1 page) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you're our ideal candidate.

If you'd like to know more about the role, please  click here to view the role description.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact David Legg via  or on

Applications close: Monday 20 October 2025, 11:55pm

Additional Information

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer

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