Why work with us?
At Council, we're proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you'll want to join our team
With the vision to be Australia's most sustainable region -Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About The Role
Transport Network Management ensures safe, reliable, and sustainable infrastructure across the Sunshine Coast. The branch delivers quality asset management and construction, supporting a resilient transport network for our growing region. Join us and help shape the future of one of Australia's most liveable communities.
As an Asset Quality Engineer, you'll safeguard new transport assets, ensuring compliance and long-term value. This role blends technical expertise with strategic influence—reviewing designs, assessing quality, and driving best practices. If you're passionate about sustainable engineering and making a real impact, this is your chance.
Key Responsibilities Include
* Audit and inspect donated assets and new infrastructure for compliance and quality
* Review infrastructure designs and provide specialist advice to minimise maintenance costs
* Investigate and recommend improvements for transport assets with whole-of-life considerations
* Research and promote best practice solutions and innovative products across delivery areas
About You
Technical Expertise
You hold tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, asset management, or a related field, with proven experience in road pavements, bridges, and retaining structures.
Analytical Mindset
You excel at problem-solving and investigations, applying sound judgment to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.
Collaborative Communicator
Your strong communication and negotiation skills help you build positive relationships and achieve outcomes in complex situations.
Adaptable and Innovative
You embrace change, seek continuous improvement, and thrive in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
* Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
* Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
* Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.
How To Apply
Your written application should include:
* A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
* A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click 'Apply Now' and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council's vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan
For specific enquiries contact
Tim Letchford
during business hours on
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We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.