Traffic and Public Assets Manager
- Lead a multidisciplinary team delivering Council’s traffic, transport and public asset services.
- Set strategic direction, improve operational performance and provide expert advice on complex technical, community and regulatory matters.
- Manage stakeholder relationships, plans, budgets and service outcomes to support safe, accessible and connected public infrastructure.
Lead the future of transport, public infrastructure and community connectivity across the Shire.
Sutherland Shire Council is seeking an experienced and influential leader to join our Infrastructure Directorate as Traffic and Public Assets Manager.
This is a significant leadership opportunity responsible for guiding the strategic direction, operational performance and continuous improvement of Council's Traffic and Public Assets function. Leading a team of technical professionals, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how people move through, interact with and experience our public spaces and infrastructure.
Working closely with senior leaders, government agencies, developers, Councillors and the community, you'll provide expert advice on complex traffic, transport and public asset matters while ensuring the delivery of responsive, customer-focused services that support a growing and evolving Shire.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Engineer, you will:
- Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team.
- Provide strategic leadership across traffic, transport and public asset services.
- Drive service excellence, operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide expert and strategic advice on complex technical, community and regulatory matters.
- Oversee the development of policies, plans, business cases and major initiatives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, developers, Councillors and key stakeholders.
- Manage budgets, resources and service delivery outcomes to ensure value for the community.
- Contribute to the long-term planning and future direction of public infrastructure across the Shire.
About You
You are a respected people leader with strong technical capability, sound judgement and the ability to influence outcomes in complex and highly visible environments.
You will bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in engineering, traffic and transport, public assets or another relevant discipline.
- Demonstrated success leading technical or infrastructure-focused teams.
- Experience operating in complex stakeholder environments, including community, political and government settings.
- Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
- Experience developing strategic plans, policies and business cases.
- A collaborative leadership style focused on empowering people and delivering results.
- A commitment to customer-focused service delivery and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead a critical Council function that has a direct impact on the safety, accessibility and liveability of the Sutherland Shire.
You'll enjoy:
- A senior leadership role with broad organisational influence.
- The opportunity to shape transport and public infrastructure outcomes for the community.
- Leading a highly skilled and dedicated team.
- A progressive organisation committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Meaningful work that leaves a lasting legacy for current and future generations.
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
- Apply by uploading a cover letter and your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: Tuesday 17th November 2026.
- Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of job ad closing.
- Package: Attractive salary package to be negotiated with the successful candidate.
- Hours of work: Permanent full-time.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Stuart Raven, Chief Engineer [email protected] for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner [email protected] can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
For more information about the role, view our candidate information pack here.
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About Sutherland Shire Council
Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.
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It's a great time to join our team and do work that matters.
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