GENERAL MGR TRANSPORT ASSETS AND OPS

• Shape Brisbane’s strategic transport planning in line with Brisbane Vision 2031
• Oversee a $72M annual budget & lead a workforce of 170 ensuring Brisbane’s transport network is future-ready
• Get Brisbane ready for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services

Branch: Transport Assets and Operations 

Duration: Contract – 4 years

About the Organisation

Brisbane City Council is Australia’s largest local government, managing assets worth over $39 billion and delivering services that shape the future of our city. We are seeking an experienced executive to lead our Transport Assets and Operations branch, a critical delivery arm within the Infrastructure Services Group.

The Infrastructure Services Group (ISG) delivers Council’s asset management, planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance, and transport operations. Within ISG, Transport Assets and Operations is a group is entrusted with the strategic and operational oversight of a diverse range of public assets, including roads, footpaths, bridges, lighting, and bike paths. It delivers a significant capital works program while also managing substantial recurrent investment, maintenance and continuous improvement of these assets.

About the Role

As General Manager Transport Assets and Operations, you will oversee a $72M annual budget and lead a workforce of over 170 employees responsible for leading the planning and delivery of Council’s Infrastructure Programs including transport planning, public and active transport projects, and road network operations. With Brisbane’s incredible surge in population and the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games on the horizon, we are seeking a visionary strategist who can deliver on future transport initiatives and infrastructure programs that align with Council’s strategic goals, community needs, and Brisbane Infrastructure priorities. This role demands championing data-driven decision-making, public and active transport infrastructure planning and identifying opportunities for emerging technologies and smart mobility to enhance customer experience and optimise network performance with the goal of increasing capacity and reducing congestion. This opportunity will see you form part of a cohesive and collaborative executive team with a focus on delivering for Brisbane.

What you’ll bring

Your leadership approach will be grounded, people‑centred, and defined by strong emotional intelligence that inspires and empowers those around you with capabilities aligned to Council's Leadership Blueprint. You will have exceptional stakeholder management skills that allow you to build and sustain influential partnerships, foster collaboration with key government stakeholders shaping infrastructure priorities and securing funding.  You will have the ability to look ahead with transformational change and continuous improvement with a focus on strategies to enhance service delivery, operational efficiency, and community satisfaction.

Tertiary qualifications in business management and/or project management (or equivalent) are highly desirable.

Due to the requirements of this role a criminal history and business checks will be undertaken on preferred applicants. A criminal history does not necessarily preclude an applicant from appointment.

Please consider the full position descriptions, and tailor your cover letter and resume to outline your suitability.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion or further information, please contact Dim Amarandos, Talent Partner on 07 3178 5894 or via dimitrios.amarandos@brisbane.qld.gov.au.

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from people from all diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Closing Date: Sunday 22^nd February 2026 at 11:55PM AEST