Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team !
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving , our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About the Role
The Transport Assets & Operations Branch plays a vital role in delivering safe, reliable and sustainable transport infrastructure for the Sunshine Coast community. Responsible for the strategic management of roads, structures, roadside assets and stormwater infrastructure, the branch focuses on optimising asset performance, supporting sustainable growth and ensuring financially responsible service delivery. As part of one of Australia's most liveable and rapidly growing regions, the team is helping shape infrastructure outcomes that will benefit the community for generations to come.
As Coordinator Transport Infrastructure Assets, you will lead the strategic management of Council's transport infrastructure assets to optimise lifecycle performance, manage risk, support financial sustainability and deliver strong community outcomes. This influential leadership role combines asset strategy, data-driven decision making, governance and people leadership, providing the opportunity to drive innovation, guide investment priorities and help build a resilient transport network that supports the region's future growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead asset management strategies and whole-of-life planning across roads, structures, roadside assets and stormwater infrastructure.
- Develop long-term renewal programs and investment strategies aligned with risk, service levels and financial sustainability objectives.
- Champion asset systems, data governance, analytics and digital solutions to improve asset performance and decision making.
- Provide strategic leadership to a high-performing team while building strong stakeholder relationships across Council, industry and the community.
About you
- You're an experienced engineering and asset management leader with a relevant degree qualification and extensive expertise in transport infrastructure asset management. Ideally, you're a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or able to obtain registration within 12 months.
- You bring a strong track record in whole-of-life asset management, lifecycle modelling, risk-based decision making and long-term financial planning. You know how to balance cost, risk and service outcomes to maximise value for the community.
- You're a collaborative and influential communicator who excels at building trusted relationships. Whether engaging with executives, technical specialists, contractors, regulators or community stakeholders, you can confidently provide expert advice and drive positive outcomes.
- Most importantly, you're a people-focused leader who develops capability, inspires high performance and fosters a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement and teamwork.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse , healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
- Wellbeing : Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer several different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
- Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work; therefore, we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
- Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.
How to apply
Your written application should include:
- A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile . Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing these criteria; and
- A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030 .
For specific enquiries contact Michael Barbagallo during business hours on 0439 717 952.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
