Infrastructure Engineering
Permanent
Hervey Bay
IFA Level 8 - $151,485 + superannuation
* + $6,000 relocation assistance for suitable candidates
* + vehicle for private use
* + additional 5 days recreation leave
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What We Are Looking For
We have an opening for an experienced asset management professional with strong technical capability, strategic thinking and the confidence to influence decisions across the organisation. You thrive in a leadership role where you can build capability, improve systems and deliver meaningful outcomes for the community.
This role leads Council's asset management function, driving strategy, lifecycle planning and renewal programs across transport, drainage and coastal infrastructure. You'll strengthen asset intelligence, optimise performance and guide a multidisciplinary team to ensure our assets meet service levels and comply with organisational and legislative requirements.
What Your Day Will Look Like
* Lead the development and delivery of asset management strategies, plans and renewal programs to optimise lifecycle performance and service levels.
* Monitor asset performance and analyse data to identify operational, maintenance and capital improvement needs across transport, drainage and coastal infrastructure.
* Oversee the Asset Management System, ensuring accurate asset data, effective work order processes and strong integration with planning and delivery functions.
* Provide specialist technical advice, reports and briefings to senior management, elected representatives and internal stakeholders to support informed decision‐making.
* Lead, mentor and develop asset management staff while managing renewal projects and contributing to financial planning, statutory reporting and continuous improvement.
What You'll Need For Success
* Tertiary qualification (AQF Level 7 or above) in civil engineering or a related discipline.
* Demonstrated expertise in contemporary asset management and lifecycle planning, including leading asset management plans, business cases and investment decisions informed by asset criticality, inspection regimes and preventative maintenance strategies.
* Strong understanding of construction, renewal and maintenance practices for roads, bridges, drainage and coastal infrastructure, with the ability to interpret technical standards and assess constructability and delivery risks.
* Proven ability to provide strategic and operational advice, supported by well‐developed interpersonal, consultation and communication skills.
* Demonstrated leadership capability, including coaching, developing and supporting staff to deliver high‐quality services.
* Extensive experience with Asset Management Systems, GIS platforms and Microsoft Office, with the ability to analyse complex datasets and support evidence‐based planning and reporting.
* Valid C or CA class driver licence and General Construction Induction (White Card).
What's Nice To Have
* Postgraduate qualification (AQF Level 8 or above) in a civil engineering‐related field.
* Extensive local government experience in a similar asset management role.
* Professional Certificate in Asset Management
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.
Benefits Of Working With Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.
What We Offer
* Values based culture
* Employee discount shopping program
* Professional development
* Flexible working arrangements including work from home
* Study assistance program
* Novated leasing
* 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
* Paid maternity and paternity leave
* Paid emergency services leave
* Uniform subsidy
* Years of service rewards
Apply Now
Applications close 11pm on Wednesday 29 April - subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact John McLennan (Executive Manager Infrastructure Engineering) at john.mclennan@frasercoast.qld.gov.au.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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