Asset Inspector - Infrastructure

Permanent, full-time  

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB  

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Asset Inspector to join our team at Lake Macquarie City Council. As the Asset Inspector - Infrastructure you will be responsible for undertaking asset inspections on infrastructure within the city. 

This position provides variety within your day work both outdoors and in the office undertaking a variety of tasks including. 

This exciting role will:  

• Inspect both Council constructed assets and developer constructed assets to ensure engineering guidelines and best practice are provided in all assets accepted by Council.
• Provide support and information to the Technical Officer and Coordinator to ensure that the Asset Management department achieves its policy objectives.
• Ensure that condition audits are carried out on assets in accordance with organisational procedures and protocols, to enable accurate assessment and recording of asset condition 
• Investigate and report on reactive maintenance requests that are beyond the scope of annual maintenance programmes. 
• Produce appropriate analysis and reports relating to the condition, service levels, risk management, asset maintenance, and life cycle costing of assets.  
• Review and monitor the implementation of asset management and maintenance plans between service providers and Assets Management and provide reports on maintenance systems, operational procedures, and performance indicators. 
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a range of mediums including email, phone calls, letters and meetings. 
• Interpret engineering plans to provide technical advice to other departments of Council in relation to new assets being proposed, acquired and planned

Read the position statement here and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU 

• Relevant trade qualifications, or demonstrated experience, in the field of infrastructure asset management, preferably in transport management
• You stand out from the crowd with experience in assessing and reporting on the condition of assets while being diligent within undertaking inspections  
• Being passionate about working together to meet a common goal, your teamwork skills are second to none.
• You have the natural ability to communicate and build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Your experience and knowledge in asset management practices relating to infrastructure assets will be evident
• Having well-developed communication skills being able to effectively communicate via a range of channels including both verbally and in writing is a must.
• You will demonstrate the ability to effectively manage relationships with difficult customers, respond to complaints, and relay outcomes on complex, technical and emotive issues.
• Hold a current Class C Driver's Licence 

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

This position provides: 

• Competitive salary starting from $71,196 to $82,742 per year with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range in line with skills and experience
• Industry-leading 12 per cent superannuation
• 35-hour week with flexible conditions
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Corporate Fitness program from as little as $8 per week 
• Be mentored and work closely with your supervisor in a supportive, empowering, innovative and collaborative work environment
• Click here to view more perks!

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY  

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET’S START

• If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by 11:59pm, Sunday 21 April 2024
• For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Lyle McGuigan, Coordinator Infrastructure Maintenance, 02 4921 0*** or via email *********@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
• If you need assistance submitting your application click here or please contact Ashlea Norris, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on 02 4921 0*** or via email ********@lakemac.nsw.gov.au.
• We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant 
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
• Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.