The Opportunity:
Due to Maitland City Council's commitment to ongoing asset management maturity, our team is experiencing significant growth with a number of new opportunities available!
Our Coordinator Civil Asset Management will play a key role in shaping the future of Council's civil infrastructure. Leading a team of Civil Asset Engineers and Civil Asset Planners, you will oversee the strategic planning and long-term management of civil infrastructure, including roads, bridges, drainage, footpaths and other essential community assets.
You will lead asset lifecycle planning activities, inform infrastructure investment decisions and prioritise renewal projects. You will drive the development of asset management plans and renewal programs, providing expert advice on asset performance, risk, renewal priorities and long-term infrastructure planning.
Working collaboratively across Council, with contractors, and other key stakeholders, you will build strong partnerships to deliver sustainable infrastructure outcomes. Most importantly, you will help ensure Council's assets continue to support our growing city by providing safe, reliable and resilient infrastructure for our community.
About you:
To be successful within this role, you will have degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, Asset Management, or a related discipline. Additionally, you will also have:
- Experience in civil asset management, including lifecycle planning, condition assessment, risk management, asset valuation and renewal modelling for infrastructure assets.
- Experience in preparing business cases, capital works programs and experience using asset management, and financial and GIS systems.
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, empower and develop teams to achieve exceptional outcomes.
Benefits:
This is a full-time, permanent opportunity, working a 35-hour week, with a base salary range of $135,845 - $150,788 per year + 12% super + $15,000 Motor Vehicle Allowance. A 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance is also afforded to eligible candidates.
Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Ongoing training and development
- Paid Parental leave
- Three weeks personal leave
- Fitness Passport
- Healthy Employee Program
To apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.
Questions:
If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact Geoff Wilton, Manager Asset Management, on 0447 808 872.
Applications close: Sunday 2 August 2026
Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.
What happens next?
Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.
If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation (Recruitment@maitland.nsw.gov.au)
