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Lead the people who maintain the infrastructure that keeps a growing city moving.

Competitive remuneration package on offer

This is not your typical infrastructure leadership role.

At the City of Playford, the roads, footpaths, stormwater networks and civil assets you oversee are more than infrastructure. They are the foundations that support a thriving community.

As one of South Australia’s fastest-growing councils, we are looking for an accomplished leader who can inspire teams, make sound operational decisions, and understand what is happening on the ground.

Why this role matters

Every day, your team’s work directly impacts the safety, accessibility and livability of our city.

You will lead the planning, delivery and quality of maintenance programs across critical civil infrastructure while building a culture where people are engaged, accountable and committed to continuous improvement.

This is an opportunity to leave a lasting impact on a growing community while developing and supporting a high-performing operational workforce.

The Opportunity

• Work in collaboration with a large group of Planning, Engineering and Asset Management Officers
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, professional development and alignment with organisational values.
• Provide strategic leadership across service delivery, maintenance planning, programs, resources and operational performance to ensure community expectations are met.
• Lead the delivery of civil infrastructure maintenance programs across roads, stormwater, footpaths and related assets.
• Provide technical leadership and credibility in civil infrastructure management while championing a strong safety culture, WHS compliance and proactive risk management.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation and service delivery excellence through effective planning, measurement and resource allocation.
• Oversee budgets, procurement activities, contractor performance and customer service outcomes to deliver value for money and quality community outcomes.

Who you are

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering and/or significant experience in civil infrastructure maintenance, delivery and asset management.
• An experienced people leader who creates a positive culture, develops capability and holds teams accountable for performance and outcomes.
• Highly capable in civil infrastructure maintenance, construction and asset management, with the technical credibility to guide operational decision-making.
• Experienced in strategic planning, service delivery, program management and resource optimisation within a complex operational environment.
• A confident decision-maker with strong analytical, problem-solving and risk management skills.
• Passionate about safety, accountability, customer service and delivering value to the community.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen, including budget management, procurement, contractor oversight and efficient allocation of resources.

Why Playford

• Meaningful work that contributes directly to the wellbeing of our community.
• A leadership role where your decisions have visible and lasting impact.
• A collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement and service to others.
• The opportunity to help shape the future of one of South Australia’s fastest-growing cities.

Ready to make a difference?

If you are looking for a role where you can lead people, apply your technical expertise, and contribute to infrastructure that serves a growing community every day, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. We are actively progressing this recruitment process and will assess applications and schedule interviews throughout the advertising period.

To ensure your application is properly received and assessed, please apply through the relevant job board. We are unable to accept applications submitted via email.

Applications close 12:00pm on Friday 9 October 2026.

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

James Lyons

[email protected]

The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you in submitting your application including alternative vacancy formats and application options, please refer to the Manager's contact details above. Any information provided will be kept confidential and will only be used to support your access to fully participate in the recruitment process.  

Full Time / Ongoing

Salary starting from $104,509 - $108,780 + Superannuation (Negotiable)

Ready to use your building expertise to help shape one of South Australia's fastest-growing cities? Whether you are an accredited Building Inspector or a Building Supervisor looking to step into a rewarding regulatory role, this is your chance to influence quality development outcomes and make a lasting impact on the community.

At the City of Playford, you will work across a diverse range of developments, from residential projects to complex building matters, helping to ensure safe and compliant building work while playing a key role in the future growth of one of South Australia's fastest growing regions

Why you will love this role

No two days are the same. From residential developments and complex building projects to compliance investigations and technical advice, you will enjoy a varied and rewarding role where your expertise makes a genuine impact.

You will be empowered to use your professional judgement, work autonomously and collaborate with a supportive team that values innovation, continuous improvement and community outcomes.

With significant growth occurring across our city, this is an exciting opportunity to expand your experience, develop your career and contribute to creating a safe and high-quality built environment for our community.

Why Playford

At the City of Playford, we understand that people perform at their best when they enjoy where they work, which is why we have focused on building a team culture that is supportive, approachable, and genuinely enjoyable to be part of.

Our people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, contribute ideas and make decisions that positively impact our community. We foster a collaborative culture where people feel connected to each other, the organisation and the residents we serve.

Working at Playford, you will enjoy:

• Exposure to a wide variety of residential developments and commercial projects allowing you to broaden your expertise and continue developing your professional career.
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance
• Professional development career progression opportunities, accreditation support, and study assistance
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives
• Easy commute with great local coffee and lunch options nearby
• Competitive salary and benefits

What you will get to do

• Undertake building inspections to ensure compliance with Building Rules
• Provide expert technical advice to residents, builders, developers and internal stakeholders
• Investigate building compliance matters and support enforcement activities where required
• Review plans, specifications and technical documentation
• Contribute to a safe, high-quality and sustainable built environment across our growing city
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to a high performing team

Who you are

You are an experienced building professional who enjoys balancing technical expertise with customer service. You bring strong knowledge of building legislation, construction practices and compliance requirements, and you’re confident working with a wide range of stakeholders.

You will bring:

• Accreditation as a Building Professional Level 3 or 4, or ability to obtain Level 4 accreditation through extensive building supervision experience
• Experience undertaking residential building inspections
• A strong understanding of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act, National Construction Code and relevant Australian Standards
• Well-developed communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and manage competing priorities
• A commitment to delivering quality outcomes for the community

If you are looking for a role where your technical expertise is valued, your judgement is trusted and your work directly contributes to safe, high-quality development outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

More information  

Further information on the role accountabilities, and essential and desirable criteria can be found in the attached Position Description. 

For a confidential discussion or to obtain additional information, please contact Michael King, Manager - Building & Compliance on 08 8256 0108 or by email [email protected]  

Ready to join our team? 

Hit that “Apply Now” button and outline the experience, skills and qualifications that will show us you are the perfect addition to our growing team! 

Applications will close at 12:00pm on Wednesday 30th September 2026

The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you in submitting your application including alternative vacancy formats and application options, please refer to the Manager's contact details above. Any information provided will be kept confidential and will only be used to support your access to fully participate in the recruitment process.  

Support better decisions. Strengthen organisational resilience. Help a growing city manage risk with confidence.

Competitive remuneration package on offer

This is not your typical risk role.

At City of Playford, risk management is more than registers and compliance.

It is about helping the organisation make informed decisions, deliver safe and effective services, and respond confidently to uncertainty. As one of South Australia's largest and fastest-growing councils, the work you do will help safeguard our people, services, and community.

Why this role matters

As a Risk Specialist, you will support the ongoing implementation and continuous improvement of Council's Integrated Risk Management Framework and Crisis Management Response Framework. Working across a diverse organisation, you will partner with leaders and stakeholders to strengthen risk awareness, improve organisational capability, and support preparedness for emerging challenges and critical incidents.

The Opportunity

• Support the implementation, development and review of Council’s Integrated Risk Management Framework and Crisis Management Response Framework
• Provide practical advice and support on risk management and crisis management matters
• Deliver key risk and crisis management activities in line with legislative requirements and organisational priorities
• Develop resources, training and guidance to build risk capability across the organisation
• Prepare quality reports, correspondence and documentation for management, Council and relevant committees
• Build strong partnerships to ensure risk management practices remain fit for purpose and support organisational goals

Who you are

• Experience in risk management, governance, compliance, crisis management or a related discipline
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• The ability to navigate complexity with sound judgement and professionalism
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and commitment to continuous improvement
• Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in a related field

Why Playford

• Meaningful work that contributes to better decision making and organisational resilience.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• The opportunity to influence outcomes across one of South Australia’s fastest-growing communities.

Ready to make a difference?

If you are looking for a role where you can…

• Influence better organisational decisions…
• Strengthen risk capability and preparedness…
• Be part of an organisation shaping the future of one of South Australia’s fastest-growing communities…

We would love to hear from you. Apply now with your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

To ensure your application is properly received and assessed, please apply through the relevant job board. We are unable to accept applications submitted via email.

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Angie-Marie Ross
Manager Risk & WHS
0475 254 805
[email protected]

Applications close at 12pm on Monday, 21 September 2026.

The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you in submitting your application including alternative vacancy formats and application options, please refer to the Manager's contact details above. Any information provided will be kept confidential and will only be used to support your access to fully participate in the recruitment process.