Introduction: Description:
• Based in Corowa, but will work across the Federation Council area
• Full time
- 76 hours/fortnight.
• Balance your life with a 9-day fortnight
• Supportive and family-friendly organisation The opportunity We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Asset Officer to inspect, monitor, and safeguard our Council’s infrastructure assets. Reporting directly to the Asset Management Coordinator, your role will be centred on supporting the entire lifecycle of our critical infrastructure assets. In this hands-on role, you will need to:
• Have proven experience in conducting thorough field inspections, determining asset condition ratings and managing accurate data collection to inform strategic asset decisions.
• Assist with preparation of capital and maintenance works programs through compiling cost estimates and documentation to meet service levels and Asset Management Plans.
• Proficient in Microsoft products and experienced in using a range of systems, software, and tools to carry out data collection, asset inspections, and risk and condition ratings reports while identifying and reducing potential hazards and risks using risk matrix approaches.
• Be a practical problem-solver with a strong safety-first culture
• Have contractor and procurement management experience as you will manage scopes of work, evaluate quotes, raise work orders, and monitor on-site contractors to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and to specification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential to ensure great customer service for community members and effective communication with stakeholders.




• Be willing to gain further specific skills and experience through studies and courses provided by the council. If this sounds like you, we here at Federation Council would love to hear from you.
• Previous applicants need not apply. Essential Key Criteria To Be Addressed In Applications.
• At least over 5 years of experience in Asset Management, specifically undertaking condition rating and preparation of construction and maintenance programs.
• Current and valid class C Drivers Licence.
• Knowledge of infrastructure assets such as roads, bridges, footpath, & drainage assets, specifically in inspecting, maintaining and repair of, particularly roads.
• Demonstrated history of showing initiative in solving problems, improving methods and productivity and ability to seek guidance where required.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills to support consultation with the public and external agencies.

What We Offer
• An opportunity for you to grow and develop your skills.
• The prospect to explore a diversity of career paths.
• Fortnightly rostered days off.
• Be part of a team contributing to your local community.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Salary packaging through Maxxia.




• A supportive and inclusive workplace with a real focus on work/life balance.
• Long service leave entitlements after 5 years’ service The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council’s policies and conditions of employment. The salary is commencing at $1,574.60 per week with progression up to $1,738.20 per week dependent upon skills and experience. How To Find Out More To find out more about this opportunity you can contact Liona Edwards, Manager Infrastructure on 0402 949 467. To view the position description please click here

How To Apply
Provide us with a cover letter telling us how you meet the criteria we have outlined above and also attach a resume detailing your work history, qualifications and skills. Applications need to be submitted by 5.00pm on Friday, 27 November 2026. Note: Some interviews may be scheduled for early January, dependent on candidate and recruitment panel availability. You may apply through any of the following methods:
• Online: Select the 'Apply' button at the bottom of this page via our HR Management platform.
• Email: Send your application to [email protected].
• By Mail: Send your application to Federation Council Human Resources, PO Box 77, Corowa NSW 2646. Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals. Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

📌 Asset Officer (Corowa)
🏢 Federation Council
📍 Corowa