The City of Marion is seeking a technically accomplished and commercially astute leader to join its Senior Leadership Team as Manager Engineering, Assets and Environment. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of infrastructure, sustainability and water services in one of South Australia’s most progressive councils.
About the Role
Reporting to the General Manager City Services, this role leads three multidisciplinary teams: Engineering, Asset Solutions and Environmental Sustainability. You will be responsible for delivering strategic plans, policies and programmes that ensure Marion’s infrastructure is safe, sustainable and future-ready.
You will oversee the management of key assets including stormwater systems, roads, footpaths and retaining walls, while also driving innovation in environmental sustainability and the council’s water business. The role is highly visible, requiring regular site inspections, ward briefings and proactive planning to avoid wasteful expenditure.
This role requires someone who thrives on solving complex problems and enjoys workshopping ideas to stress-test solutions, ensuring they deliver genuine value for both the community and Council. You will collaborate across departments to shift the function from reactive to proactive, identifying opportunities to save money while maintaining high-quality outcomes for residents.
What You Will Bring
This role demands more than just leadership. It requires deep technical expertise, strategic foresight and commercial judgement. You will bring:
- A tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering and proven technical competence in infrastructure asset ownership
- The ability to lead and develop asset management strategies that deliver long-term community value
- Political nous and sound judgement to navigate complex stakeholder environments
- A commercial mindset to assess and negotiate deals, particularly within the water business
- The confidence to challenge and debate technical decisions constructively, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
- Advanced communication skills and a collaborative approach, with comfort working in a modern, inclusive workplace
As a leader at the City of Marion, you will be required to live by these capabilities:
- Think Strategically: Big picture, long-term goals, collaborate to make smart, future-focused decisions.
- Empower Others: Set clear expectations, lead by example, and create inclusive teams where everyone feels supported to contribute and take ownership.
- Learn Continuously: Stay curious, reflect on what works, and adapt with openness, empathy, and a growth mindset.
- Inspire Change: Embrace innovation, communicate clearly through uncertainty, and build momentum by solving problems early and staying agile.
- Lead Purposefully: Align work with shared goals and values, build trust through consistency and respect, and achieve outcomes through clear communication and collaboration.
To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button and include your CV and Cover Letter addressing the Essential Experience and Qualifications.
For a confidential conversation, please contact Matt Hobby at Perks People Solutions on (08) 8273 9385.
Applications close on Friday, 14th November at 5pm.