Lithgow City Council has an exciting opportunity for an
Asset Inspection Officer
to join their team in Lithgow, NSW.
The Assets Inspection Officer is responsible for assisting the Team Leader - Assets in the day to day management of Council's infrastructure assets including the collection, verification, and management of asset data, assistance with the preparation and analysis of reports, statistics and returns, and providing specialist advice on asset data maintenance and capital works project delivery for the provision of infrastructure services to the community.
This position is predominantly in the field undertaking ongoing audits of Council's infrastructure assets and work closely with the Team Leader - Assets and Asset Custodians, along with and other relevant officers in preserving and maintaining the desired level of service for Council's transport, building, open spaces and stormwater assets.
More specifically, your duties will include (but will not be limited to):
Capture, verify and maintain data for infrastructure assets in Council's Asset Management System using a variety of collection methods within a timely manner.
Undertake scheduled and reactive maintenance inspections and condition and functionality audit of Council infrastructure assets and report any compliance issues in relation to safety policies, systems, procedures, regulations and standards
Undertake asset condition investigations, compile asset management reports and coordinate asset management programs
Actively apply a flexible and adaptable approach to deliver on Council's commitments outlined in Council's Delivery and Operational Plans
Provide advice to Managers within the Infrastructure Services department for purchasing of goods and services for asset maintenance
Investigate customer requests and provide advice to the Team Leaders - Assets of the outcomes and any remedial works necessary.
About you
The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:




Qualifications or relevant experience in Asset Inspection or related discipline
Class Drivers Licence
Demonstrated ability to co-ordinate, plan and prioritise projects to achieve desired outcomes
A sound understanding of Local Government legislation and asset management
Relevant experience in hazard identification and Risk Management
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with a demonstrated proficiency in customer service functions
WHS Construction Induction Certificate (White Card)
Experience using databases, geographical information systems and mobile computing, with a good understanding of GIS mapping systems, Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to rectify defects and hazards in various infrastructure asset groups
Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of Work Health and Safety
Demonstrated commitment to honesty and integrity
In addition, an ideal candidate would have:
Experience in implementing new asset management systems
Previous experience working in Local Government
Experience in GIS applications and mapping software
Salary andBenefits
If you are looking for a change of lifestyle, a recent adventure, or to take the next step in yourcareer, this is the role for you.
Between$1,****** and $1,****** per week, commensurate withyour skills, qualifications and experience
Permanent, Full-time, 38 hours per week,
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Work/Life balance with a rostered day off every fortnight
Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)




APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON Thursday 10 September **** at 4pm AEST.
Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, which includes a drug and alcohol screening and functional assessment. Preferred applicants may be subject to reference checks, driving history checks, qualification checks, a NSW Police Check, a Working with Children check and confirmation of your Right to Work in Australia.
You must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or a permanent resident or have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
Lithgow City Council
The Lithgow local government area is located on the western edge of the majestic Blue Mountains. The area totals 4,567 square kilometres from the Capertee and Wolgan Valleys in the north, Little Hartley in the east, Tarana in the south and Meadow Flat in the west.
The major urban centre of Lithgow nestles in a valley of that name, overlooked by the sandstone escarpments of the Blue Mountains. In the addition to the major urban centre of Lithgow, the Lithgow local government area has 12 villages with mining or farming backgrounds. These smaller centres have proven to be a attractive rural residential areas which, along with the broader rural areasoffer atruly unique lifestyle that harmonises its urban, industrial and rural qualities.
Council is focused on delivering quality services as a Centre of Regional Excellence that encourages community growth and development, and contributes to the efficient and effective management of theenvironment, community and economy for present and future generations.
The guiding principles of communication, accountability, respect, empathy and support define how Lithgow City Council strengthen its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. For further details on Council's values, please visithttps://council.lithgow.com
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