Description:
Group and Team: City Assets
Location: Council Centre
Employment status: Permanent Full-timej1.0 FTE
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 5
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreeme nt 2024
Salary range: $125,604 per annum + 13% superannuation.
About the role
This role coordinates and undertakes road asset management, road project planning and management activities with a focus on meeting the needs of internal and external clients while ensuring the sustainability of Council’s roads infrastructure.
Role accountabilities include:
- Manage the preparation of the road Asset Management Plan and provide input into the Overarching Strategic Asset Management Plan on behalf of the City’s roads portfolio.
- Undertake a proactive approach to ensure key stakeholders are informed of relevant issues and forward planned works and provide support for the development and implementation of road related service planning.
- Develop and implement strategic improvement plans to ensure risk is appropriately managed and prioritised for the portfolio primarily through ensuring appropriate monitoring systems are in place and asset data relating to the City’s roads portfolio is recorded in the asset management information system.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description
About you
You will have a Bachelor Degree or higher in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification with experience in the fields of infrastructure management, road design, road construction and/or road maintenance. With well developed communication and consultation skills to facilitate effective engagement with a range of stakeholders, and experience in the management and coordination of technical staff.
About us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
- Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.
- A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
- Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
- Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre .
- Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
- An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
- Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you .
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
Learn more about our vision, mission and values .
How to apply
If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Claire Bryan, Manager Assets, on 03 62382108 or email claire.bryan@hobartcity.com.au
All applications must be made in the online portal , and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au . Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 6 April 2025.
Before you begin
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud , do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:
- Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
- Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Learn more about the selection process on our website .