Asset Manager

**Full Time | Ongoing**

**Classification: GO7 ($118,640 - $125,677 + Superannuation)**

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced civil engineering professional to deliver whole-of-life asset management for one of South Australia's fastest-growing councils.

**About Us...**

As one of the fastest growing council areas in South Australia, the City of Playford is focused on building sustainable foundations and places the community at the heart of everything we do. With our urban centre as the CBD of Northern Adelaide, our city is enriched by growing and diverse communities in new and established suburbs, rural and hills townships and horticultural lands.

The work that we do and the decisions that we make are in the best interests of the whole and contribute to a sustainable organisational future. Modelling open decision making, we provide a supportive and collaborative environment where employees feel engaged and connected to the work of the organisation, to each other, and the community.

**About the Role...**

An opportunity has arisen within our Asset Management team for a highly motivated and experienced Asset Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for the development, implementation and continual improvement of Asset Management Plans (AMPs) and asset renewal programs for Council infrastructure assets including roads, bridges, and stormwater.

You will ensure asset data integrity, lead the coordination of strategic asset initiatives, and drive capital and continuous improvement projects that support the long-term sustainability of Council’s assets.

**About You...**

You are a results-driven professional with a strong background in civil infrastructure asset management, and engineering. Your ability to translate data into strategic insights and your passion for continuous improvement will be essential to your success in this role.

In addition, you will have:

- Degree qualifications in Asset Management, Civil Engineering (or a related field)
- Extensive experience in the delivery of AMPs and working within an asset management framework
- Demonstrated financial competence including reporting, budgeting, cost-benefit analysis and forecasting
- Experience managing asset databases and using data to inform decisions
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proficiency in asset management software and scheduling systems
- Experience in procurement and contract management of engineering consultants

**The Playford Employee Experience...**

It is important to us that you are the right fit to join our team, but it is just as important that Playford is the right place for you. Our team work hard together, but also celebrate together, learn together and support each other. We have a commitment to work/life balance through flexible working conditions and we remain focused on providing a high level of service and positive experience for our customers and stakeholders.

You will also get access to employee benefits, including:

- Salary packaging, income protection, employee assistance program, free onsite parking and corporate discount on health cover and gym membership;
- Ongoing professional development supported by study assistance and secondment opportunities.

**More information...**

If you hold an interest in the position and believe you possess the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact **Manager - Asset Management, Matthew Pilcher** on **(08) 8256 0505.**

**How to apply...**

**Applications close at 12:00pm on Monday 30 June 2025.