18th August, 2026

Use your expertise to shape better outcomes for local communities.
Adelaide based | Travel as required around South Australia

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Consultant to join its growing Local Government team and support long term regional local government clients.

This is an opportunity for an experienced consultant or asset management professional who enjoys working with clients, solving complex problems and turning strategy into practical outcomes.

You'll work closely with council stakeholders and the wider team, providing senior advice across asset management and infrastructure while helping deliver meaningful outcomes for the community.

What you'll do

- Provide senior asset management advice to Local Government clients
- Lead and contribute to asset management projects and deliverables
- Develop and review asset management plans, strategies and frameworks
- Contribute to condition, renewal and asset planning initiatives
- Identify risks, priorities and opportunities with clients
- Lead project teams and coordinate consultants and technical specialists
- Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Support the continued growth of the Local Government team

What we're looking for

You'll be an experienced consultant or asset management professional with strong technical capability and the confidence to work directly with clients.

Ideally, you'll have:





- Significant experience in asset management and/or infrastructure consulting
- Strong understanding of asset management principles and practices
- Experience working with Local Government, utilities or infrastructure
- Knowledge of ISO 55000, IIMM or similar frameworks
- Experience leading projects, teams or client engagements
- Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills
- A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering (preferred), asset management, infrastructure, project management or a related discipline
- Current driver's licence and willingness to travel
- National Police Check and White Card
- Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency

Why this opportunity?

- Senior position within a growing Local Government team
- Work directly with a long term regional council clients
- Opportunity to influence real infrastructure and asset outcomes
- Adelaide based. Travel as required.
- Autonomy with the support of an experienced team
- Long term, collaborative client relationships
- Permanent, contract or casual options available

Ready for your next challenge?
If you're looking for an opportunity to combine technical expertise, client engagement and meaningful project work, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a short note outlining your relevant experience and what you're looking for in your next role.
Our client is an equal prospect employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

📌 Senior Consultant - Asset Management and Local Government (Adelaide)
🏢 Smart Technology
📍 Adelaide