Director Infrastructure & Development | Walcha Council | NSW

• Executive role delivering critical services and infrastructure
• Enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle in the Northern Tablelands of NSW
• Salary package $185K + 12% super + $20K car allowance

Walcha Council is seeking an experienced Director Infrastructure & Development to lead one of its most diverse and high-impact portfolios. Reporting to the General Manager, this is a significant opportunity to oversee the planning, delivery and optimisation of essential infrastructure, capital works and community services across the region.

The role forms part of the Executive Leadership Team and provides both strategic and operational leadership across multi-disciplinary services. The successful candidate will bring proven experience in infrastructure delivery, asset management, planning and development compliance, and will be committed to building a capable and collaborative workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure and development services including roads, water, wastewater, waste, assets, parks and planning.
• Deliver capital works and asset renewal programs.
• Fulfil emergency management responsibilities.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

• Senior leadership experience in local government or a similar environment.
• Expertise in capital works, asset management and governance reform.
• Strong political acumen and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and strengthen workforce culture.
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a related discipline; postgraduate qualifications desirable.

Working and Living in the Region
Walcha is located on the Northern Tablelands of NSW, between Tamworth and Armidale. Known as the “Pasture Wonderland”, it offers a relaxed rural lifestyle in a close-knit community, with affordable housing, schools, health services and access to major centres.

How to Apply
Please visit www.leadingroles.com.au to download the candidate information pack and view the position description and selection criteria before submitting your application.
Applications close 5pm Monday 29 September 2025.