$104,689 per annum + super + benefits Permanent Full-Time Water Services, Infrastructure Operations and Delivery Bundaberg Region About Us At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community.
We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive.
Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact.
By joining us, you'll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.
Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia's fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef.
The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii.
Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature's palette can create.
What We Offer An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading.
9-day fortnight roster.
Access to Uniform Allowance supplied.
Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth.
Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team.
Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued.
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About The Opportunity The Asset Maintenance Planner is responsible for developing, implementing and optimising risk-based maintenance strategies for Council's water and wastewater assets.
Reporting to the Asset Planning Team Manager, this role uses asset condition, criticality and performance data to inform preventative maintenance programs, improve asset reliability, and support compliance obligations.
The position works closely with Service Delivery and scheduling teams and is responsible for the effective use and integrity of Council's Works Management System (WMS).
Key Responsibilities Develop and update maintenance programs based on asset criticality, condition and compliance requirements.
Guide and support the implementation of preventative maintenance strategies.
Establish, manage and optimise maintenance programs within the Works Management System (WMS).
Analyse asset and performance data to identify trends, failures and improvement opportunities.
Maintain accurate asset registers and ensure WMS data integrity.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review and refine maintenance strategies.
Manage contractors for asset management activities as required.
Prepare asset assessment reports, project documentation and compliance reporting.
Troubleshoot and resolve WMS system issues.
Develop and maintain maintenance process documentation and operational procedures.
Lead projects or teams when required and undertake other reasonable duties as directed.
About You To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following key selection criteria: Recognised qualifications in engineering, maintenance planning or equivalent in a relevant water and wastewater field.
Demonstrated experience in asset management and maintenance activities for water and wastewater infrastructure.
Demonstrated knowledge and practical use of contemporary works management systems.
Strong problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented, continuous improvement mindset.
Understanding of risk-based maintenance planning, resource allocation and regulatory compliance, including WHS.
Ability to work under general direction and exercise initiative and judgement.
Proficiency in industry-standard software, including the Microsoft Office Suite.
Highly developed time management skills.
High-level interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, with the ability to consult effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Desirable: Ability to set, monitor and report on work programs and workflows.
Working knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Work Health and Safety Act, Environmental Protection Act and Local Government Act.
Specialist asset management knowledge and the ability to gain competence in GIS and corporate systems.
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