Branch Manager Water Services | Bundaberg Regional Council | Bundaberg

· Lead critical service delivery in a high-impact local government role
· Support a region on the cusp of growth and transformation
· Total package circa $250k

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking a people-focused leader to join its executive team as Branch Manager Water Services. This is an outstanding opportunity to lead Council’s largest operational branch, delivering safe, reliable water and wastewater services across a growing regional community.

Reporting to the General Manager Infrastructure Operations & Delivery, you will provide strategic, operational and cultural leadership to a multidisciplinary team of approximately 112 staff. This role is pivotal in strengthening team cohesion, enhancing service delivery and planning infrastructure to meet the region’s long-term needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing a diverse team through positive, values-driven leadership
• Driving long-term infrastructure planning and system improvements
• Building productive relationships with regulators, Sunwater and Councillors
• Overseeing major projects including a new wastewater treatment facility in Childers
• Managing large-scale budgets and high-value assets
• Ensuring compliant and efficient operation of Council’s water network

About You

To be successful in the role, you will be a confident, inclusive leader with experience managing operational services in complex environments. Your leadership style is hands-on and collaborative, with strong communication and change management skills. Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field are required, and local government experience is strongly preferred, however not essential.

Why Bundaberg?

Bundaberg offers a relaxed lifestyle, coastal living and a strong sense of community - ideal for candidates seeking meaningful work and a regional sea change.

How to Apply

Please visit www.leadingroles.com.au to download the candidate information package and view the position description and selection criteria before submitting your application.
Applications close 5pm Monday 16 June 2025.