Are you a strategic asset management professional ready to make a real difference in your community?

Whanganui District Council is looking for an experienced leader to shape the future of our city's infrastructure. This is a high-impact role where you'll turn complex asset data into strategic decisions that benefit the Whanganui community — and see the direct results of your work in the place you call home.

What this role offers you

• With one of your two direct reports currently vacant, you'll have meaningful input into who you bring on board, building a team that complements your vision and ways of working
• Your expertise will be valued at an executive level, with trusted, evidence-based advice sought by senior leaders and elected members
• You will lead long-term asset strategies aligned with Council's Long-Term Plan, with the resources and influence to make things happen
• You will develop renewal and enhancement programmes that maximise community value and champion best-practice asset management across the organisation
• Flexible working options and a positive team environment support a healthy work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities to support your career growth

Why Whanganui?

A welcoming and warm city, Whanganui has been growing in population and businesses in recent years with the buzz of new families and represents an incredible lifestyle location - close to New Zealand's best outdoor experiences in bush, cycle trails, river and skiing.

Whanganui combines rich heritage with modern innovation, centred around our stunning awa. This growing city offers an exceptional lifestyle with excellent schools, easy access to major centres, and a flourishing arts and cultural scene. Whanganui is Aotearoa/New Zealand's UNESCO city of design and has the range of arts and culture one would expect of a modern New Zealand city.

You'll be instrumental in shaping this exciting chapter of our story while enjoying the rewards of life in our distinctive district. You will have a direct impact on the wellbeing of our communities, and diverse opportunities to further develop your leadership and technical skills

If you are eager to be part of our team, and you have what it takes to succeed in this role, we look forward to receiving your application.

To find out more please contact Tania Henare, Manager - Parks and Property at tania.henare@whanganui.govt.nz

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may occur before the advertised closing date. As a result, this position may be filled and closed earlier than expected. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Please note: only applications submitted via our Whanganui District Council's careers page will be accepted.