ABOUT CITY OF BURNIE

With a population of approx. 20,000, Burnie is located on the North-West Coast of Tasmania and is a diverse and attractive city that celebrates its industrial past and embraces its creative future. Our past has given us the wisdom to help us develop our preferred future. Burnie has been a regional centre for education, health, retail, arts and culture and we want to enhance this role.

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Questions?
For confidential enquiries please contact Sallyann Marshall on (03) 6430 5818 or smarshall@burnie.tas.gov.au
Interested in applying?
If you’re looking for a role which provides lots of room for personal and professional growth, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants are asked to submit:

• Cover letter, providing a brief introduction and an outline of your interest and motivation in applying for the position;
• A 2-3 page statement summarising the ‘To Be Successful’ selection criteria as it relates to you; and
• Curriculum Vitae outlining relevant work experience and qualifications.

Applications are to be emailed to applications@burnie.tas.gov.a

The Executive Manager Works and Infrastructure is a senior leadership position within Council that is responsible for overseeing the planning, delivery, and maintenance of public infrastructure and essential services. This role ensures the efficient management of capital works programs, roads, drainage, parks, buildings, and other community assets.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic direction and operational leadership for infrastructure planning and civil works.
• Managing budgets, contracts, and project timelines to ensure quality and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborating with internal departments and external stakeholders to align infrastructure initiatives with community needs and Council objectives.
• Driving continuous improvement, sustainability, and innovation in service delivery and asset management.
• Providing oversite and ensuring successful delivery of Council’s annual Capital Works Program.

This position plays a critical role in shaping the built environment of the local area, enhancing livability, and supporting the long-term growth and resilience of the community.