Who we are The City of Salisbury is the most progressive council in South Australia, driving growth, jobs, housing and opportunity in the north. With a workforce of over 400 people, we offer the chance to collaborate with teams across the organisation to deliver meaningful, community-focused projects.

The City Infrastructure Department delivers asset management, capital works, and maintenance programs, as well as oversees lease management for local community and sporting clubs, and security and civil compliance functions.

Join us and see the positive impact your work can make.

About the role The City of Salisbury is seeking three experienced Asset Engineers to join the Engineering Assets & Systems team within City Infrastructure. Opportunities are available across Civil, Roads and Drainage asset portfolios.

Reporting to the Divisional Head, Engineering Assets & Systems (Asset Engineer - Civil and Asset Engineer - Roads) or the Senior Stormwater Engineer (Asset Engineer - Drainage), you will be responsible for developing, maintaining and improving asset management plans, undertaking engineering investigations and modelling, and supporting long-term infrastructure planning and investment decisions.

You will play a key role in managing and improving some of the City's most important infrastructure assets, including roads, drainage networks, wetlands, bridges, boardwalks, coastal assets, carparks, signage and stormwater infrastructure, helping ensure they continue to meet the needs of our growing community.

Your key responsibilities will include

- Develop, maintain and improve Asset Management Plans across a range of infrastructure asset classes.
- Undertake engineering investigations, modelling, analysis and reporting to support asset management decisions.
- Develop capital renewal, maintenance and lifecycle programs.
- Assess asset condition, risk, service levels and long-term investment priorities.




- Prepare project briefs and business cases for infrastructure projects and renewal programs.
- Evaluate consultant reports, designs and technical proposals.
- Provide specialist engineering and asset management advice across the organisation.
- Support planning for future growth and infrastructure needs across the city.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with community members, developers, government agencies, service authorities and internal stakeholders.
- Communicate technical information and asset management recommendations clearly to a diverse range of stakeholders, including residents, elected members and senior leaders.
- Respond to enquiries from residents, elected members and other stakeholders.

About you You are a qualified engineer with experience in infrastructure asset management and a passion for delivering practical, long-term outcomes for communities. You combine strong technical capability with excellent communication skills and can confidently engage with a wide range of stakeholders. You are able to translate complex engineering and asset management information into clear, practical advice that supports informed decision-making.

You will also have

- Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, equivalent qualifications, or proven extensive experience in asset management relating to civil infrastructure and stormwater.
- Experience in infrastructure asset management, planning and lifecycle analysis.
- Knowledge of asset management frameworks such as ISO 55000 and IIMM/IPWEA practices.
- Experience using asset management, GIS and engineering modelling systems.




- Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proven experience building productive relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong written communication skills, including the preparation of reports, business cases and technical documentation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Solid organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Current driver's licence.

Desirable

- Postgraduate qualifications in asset management.
- Experience working within local government.

What we offer

- State-of-the-art Salisbury Community Hub is 25 minutes from the CBD with excellent rail and road connections.
- Modern and positive work environments.
- Free car parking.
- Adaptable work options.
- Three additional leave days per year.
- Annual pay rises.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including skin checks, health assessments, flu vaccinations and an employee assistance program.
- Career development opportunities.

Read the Asset Engineer (Civil) [Position Description]. Read the Asset Engineer (Roads) [Position Description].

Read the Asset Engineer (Drainage) [Position Description].

Eligibility A National Police Clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain one, is a requirement of the recruitment and selection process.

We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, veterans, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Contact us

All enquiries can be made to [email protected]

Applications close 9:00am, 25 November 2026.

📌 Asset Engineers - Civil, Roads & Drainage (Salisbury)
🏢 City of Salisbury
📍 Salisbury