Chief Officer Assets & Services: Build, Lead, Transform
Organisation: Armidale Regional Council
Location: Armidale, NSW
(your influence will shape the entire region)
Reports to: General Manager
Salary: Competitive + the privilege of creating infrastructure that lasts
Start Date: When you’re ready to lead with vision
Who We Are
Armidale Regional Council is more than roads and pipes. We’re about creating spaces where communities thrive, where progress meets sustainability, and where every project tells a story of resilience and growth. From water security to world-class facilities, we’re building a region that’s ready for tomorrow.
The Role
We’re not just hiring a Chief Officer. We’re inviting a strategic thinker, a service innovator, and a leader who inspires action.
As our Chief Officer Assets & Services, you’ll:
- Lead a diverse portfolio including Asset Management, Design, Water & Sewer, Waste Management, Facilities, Fleet & Plant, Aquatic Facilities, Roads, Parks, Cemeteries, Town Spaces, and Major Projects.
- Drive cultural alignment and build organisational capability through values-based leadership.
- Deliver outcomes that balance service standards, value for money, and asset optimisation.
- Turn complex infrastructure challenges into opportunities for community transformation.
- Play a pivotal role in restoring trust and building a thriving future for our region.
You Might Be the One If You...
- See infrastructure as more than concrete—it’s the foundation of community wellbeing.
- Believe service isn’t a department, it’s a promise.
- Lead with humility and strength, knowing that example is the most powerful form of leadership.
- Can navigate both the boardroom and the worksite with equal confidence.
- Are ready to help shape the future of Armidale, not just maintain its assets.
What You’ll Bring
- Executive-level experience leading large, complex organisations.
- Proven success in change management and cultural transformation.
- Exceptional communication and listening skills, with a consultative approach.
- A strong technical background with a degree in Civil Engineering (or similar) and postgraduate qualifications in Business or Project Management.
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., IPWEA) highly desirable.
- Significant experience managing diverse services including water, waste, roads, parks, and major projects.
- Commercial acumen and a track record of delivering outcomes that matter.
What You’ll Get
- A seat at the Executive table where real change begins.
- A high-performing leadership team committed to collaboration and innovation.
- The opportunity to leave a legacy that matters—to the Council, the community, and the region.
- Flexibility, autonomy, and the support to lead boldly.
For a confidential discussion, contact James Roncon, General Manager on 02 6770 3801
Ready to Apply?
Don’t send us a generic resume. Upload a video with your story. Tell us how you’ve led, inspired, and transformed. Show us your projects, but also your purpose.
Applications close 11.30pm Monday, 26 January 2026.
Diversity and Inclusion
Armidale Regional Council is an inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. All applicants who are veterans will be provided with specific feedback on their application if they are unsuccessful. The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further information, and
access the guide.
