Kangaroo Island is located 110 km Southwest of Adelaide, easily accessed by ferry or plane. A mix of attractive small townships and fascinating wilderness, Kangaroo Island is Australia's third largest island.
The Kangaroo Island Council covers an area of approximately 4400 square kilometres and is home to a population of approximately 5125 permanent and temporary residents, and approximately 200,000 state, interstate and international tourists each year. Tourism and agriculture consisting of sheep, wool, grains, fishing and forestry are the major industries contributing to the Island's economy. Proud of it's natural beauty, residents enjoy a high quality of life, with the Island well positioned for a prosperous and vibrant future.
Reporting to the Director Works & Infrastructure and assisted by a multi-skilled team, key responsibilities of this critical role will include:
- Leading Council’s roads, roads maintenance and capital works function, with responsibility for delivering safe, reliable and financially sustainable services across Kangaroo Island
- Converting Council’s strategic plans, annual budget, asset management priorities and statutory obligations into disciplined operational programs, completed capital works and measurable community outcomes
- Providing operational leadership, workforce capability, work health and safety, project and contract delivery, asset performance, regulatory compliance, customer responsiveness and value for money
- Ensuring visible field leadership, evidence-based prioritisation, strong collaboration and clear reporting in a geographically dispersed and resource-constrained environment.
Local government or similar sector experience, managing outdoor work crews, unsealed roads, project/contract management knowledge in remote/rural location/s will be essential.
A strong and accountable leadership style along with well-developed written and verbal communication skills and excellent customer and stakeholder engagement will be critical to success.
Prior experience working in remote, rural/regional areas and a willingness to relocate to Kangaroo Island will be required.
To welcome you to your new Island home, lifestyle and career, Kangaroo Island Council offers 6 weeks annual leave, 15 days personal leave per annum, generous relocation assistance, uniforms and PPE, salary packaging and a range of other employee benefits.
This role is offered as an initial 5 year renewable contract.
A commuter use vehicle will be provided for official duties.
To apply please submit your detailed cover letter & cv via Seek quoting reference KIC280926 or before 9am Monday 26 October 2026.
Enquiries are most welcome and/or to obtain a Candidate Information Pack please phone, text or email Heather Oliver at LG Talent in confidence on 0404 801 969 or via heather@lgtalent.com.au