Road Asset Engineer

Group: City Assets 
Location: Council Centre
Employment status: Permanent, Full-time 1.0 FTE
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 4
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2021
Salary range: $95,251 to $100,589 per annum + 13% superannuation. 

• Competitive wages plus 13% superannuation.
• Enjoy City of Hobart employee benefits.
• Exciting role to join our team in a diverse Council.

About the role

This role supports the City’s success by coordinating and performing road asset management, project planning, maintenance, and management activities. It focuses on meeting the needs of internal clients while ensuring the sustainability of the Council’s Road infrastructure.

Role accountabilities include: 

• Create specifications and briefs for road asset investigations and data collection and oversee internal or external providers to ensure the safe delivery of the required outcomes.
• Collaborate with Council’s Client/Service Custodians to develop community service levels, and accurately translate these into technical service levels within relevant operational documents.
• Keep track of advancements in road infrastructure technology related to road assets and develop modern replacement options. Aim to achieve the necessary levels of performance, sustainability, and reliability at the lowest possible asset life cycle cost.
• Provide information to assist in the preparation of the budget, unit plan, and the Roads Asset Management Plan.
• Assist in the management of the Roads Asset Register.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Road Asset Engineer PD

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic Civil Engineer to join our Road Assets team. If you have a bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, and 3-5 years hands-on experience in road design, construction, asset management or maintenance, we want to hear from you. A valid driver’s license is a must.

This is an opportunity for someone who is interested in road engineering and asset management practice to be involved in shaping the future of the City of Hobart’s Road Assets. If you love working for the community, you enjoy working as part of engineering teams, you are detail-oriented and you are ready to take on new challenges, this could be the perfect role for you.

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.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at 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, National Police 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, Senior Engineer Road Services on 03 6238 2108 or email bryanc@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 1 December 2024.

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 resume, qualification/s, and your Driver Licence ready to attach at the end of your application.

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.