Operations Manager - Infrastructure and Technical Services

The Client

Precruitment is proud to partner with this Regional Council. The area is characterised by its close-knit communities and agricultural focus, with sheep and cattle farming playing a vital role in the local economy.

The region embraces a relaxed rural lifestyle and is committed to sustainable development and supporting local businesses. The council actively works to enhance services and infrastructure to improve the quality of life for its residents.

The Council has a new state of the art Civic and Community Enterprise Centre as its regional office and a growing tourism industry that offers a wide choice of attractions and activities

The Opportunity

You will lead this Councils infrastructure department, focusing on road construction, maintenance, and contract management. This Senior Leadership role involves overseeing the planning and execution of road rehabilitation and construction projects, including concrete structures and road resurfacing.

The successful candidate will manage both internal teams and external contracts to ensure high standards of service delivery.

About You

You will have at least five years of experience in civil road construction and leadership, with skills in budget management, contract negotiation, and safety protocols. While formal qualifications in civil engineering are desirable, they are not required and experience in a similar position is also great!

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $155,000, based on experience and qualifications, along with additional benefits such as five weeks of annual leave and housing.

To Apply

Applications in Word format should be forwarded to us by clicking the ‘Apply’ button below. For a confidential discussion you are welcome to contact Alissa on 07 4034 5002 or

About Us

With offices in Cairns and Townsville, Precruitment is Regional Queensland’s leading recruitment consultancy, specialising in permanent and temporary roles. With a focus on administration and professional talent, we are selected suppliers to local businesses, Queensland Government, Government Owned Corporations and Local Government. We have a broad client base throughout Regional, North and Western Queensland.

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