Executive Manager Infrastructure 

Date Added:

 04 December 2025

Closing Date: 

 4.00pm, Monday, 05 January 2026

The Shire of Woodanilling is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced person to the position of Executive Manager Infrastructure.

Woodanilling is a vibrant agricultural community located in the northernmost part of Western Australia’s Great Southern region, approximately 15 minutes from Katanning. The town offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with essential services, heritage character and strong community connections.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the management of the Shire’s Works Department and the delivery of road construction and maintenance programs. The role provides leadership to outside staff and has a strong focus on Work Health and Safety, asset management and financial performance. As a member of the Executive Management Team, the position contributes to the preparation and delivery of the Shire’s Integrated Planning documentation and budgets and attends Council and other meetings as required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate road construction, maintenance and works programs

  • Manage Works Department operations and staff

  • Oversee asset management planning, plant and equipment

  • Prepare and manage construction and maintenance budgets

  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and safety requirements

  • Manage contracts, tenders and grant-funded works programs

Essential Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, applicants must demonstrate:

  • Applicable tertiary qualifications and/or over 5 years’ experience in civil engineering, construction and maintenance, with a strong understanding of gravel roads

  • Proven leadership and supervisory experience (minimum 3 years)

  • Experience in asset management planning

  • Strong knowledge of road construction, drainage, traffic management and contract management

  • Sound knowledge of Work Health and Safety legislation and local government operations

  • Financial management and budget preparation experience

Local Government experience of at least 5 years is desirable.

Employment Conditions

This is a contracted position for a term of up to 5 years, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

  • Salary: $115,000 – $125,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)

  • Additional benefits include private use of a motor vehicle (within 500km of Woodanilling), housing with utilities (or housing allowance), and other allowances in accordance with Council policy.

How to Apply

Click the following links for a copy of the Advertisement, Position Description and Employment Information Pack.

Applications marked “Private and Confidential – Executive Manager Infrastructure” and including:

  • A covering letter

  • Resume

  • Statements addressing the selection criteria

should be submitted by one of the following methods:

  • Email: ceo@woodanilling.wa.gov.au

  • Post: PO Box 99, Woodanilling WA 6316

  • In person: Administration Office, 3316 Robinson Road, Woodanilling

Applications close at 4.00pm on Monday, 5 January 2026.
Applications will be assessed as received and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.

Further Information

For further information about this position, please contact:

Anika Serer
Chief Executive Officer
(08) 9823 1506 | 0428 032 089