INF-022 Technical Officer to Inspections

Charters Towers Regional Council

Charters Towers, Northern QLD

Civil/Structural Engineering (Engineering)

Government to Local (Government and Defence)

Full time

Investigation

Record Keeping

Asset Management

ABOUT THE ROLE

Please read all information carefully before applying.

Under general direction, this position undertakes programmed and responsive inspections of Council’s road and associated infrastructure assets to identify defects, assess condition and collect accurate asset information.

The position supports the development and prioritisation of maintenance, renewal and construction programs by providing reliable inspection data, technical observations and recommendations to the Senior Technical Officer and relevant Infrastructure Services teams. The role is required to develop and maintain a sound working knowledge of Council’s infrastructure inspection programs, asset management systems, relevant standards, policies and procedures. The level of responsibility, independence and technical judgement exercised will reflect the classification level at which the incumbent is appointed.

Employment Status: Full Time, Permanent

Hours of Work: 72.50 hours per fortnight, nine (9) day fortnight

Award: Level 3 to 4 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017 / Charters Towers Regional Council Certified Agreement

Salary Range: 88,366 to 99,719 gross per annum, plus applicable allowances

Directorate: Infrastructure Services

Department: Operations

About You

The successful candidate will have:

Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities

Level 2 Essential:

Demonstrated knowledge and capability in civil infrastructure, road construction, road maintenance, asset inspection or a closely related field, gained through relevant tertiary study and/or practical experience.

Knowledge of infrastructure inspection and condition assessment principles, including identification and documentation of defects and development of appropriate recommendations within the scope of the position.

Ability to inspect civil infrastructure, identify defects and deterioration, assess asset condition and accurately document findings.

Ability to collect, interpret, analyse and accurately record technical and asset condition data and identify relevant trends, defects and emerging issues.

Ability to undertake technical investigations using established methodologies and apply sound judgement appropriate to the classification level and the incumbent’s competency.

Ability to use, or quickly develop proficiency in, electronic recordkeeping, asset management, GIS, inspection and similar technical information systems.

Well-developed organisational skills with the ability to manage field inspection activities, competing priorities, deadlines and associated administrative requirements.

Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear technical records and reports and communicate appropriately with internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrated commitment to professional and responsive customer service when dealing with infrastructure and community-related matters.





Understanding of safe work practices associated with road environments, construction activities and field-based infrastructure inspections.

Essential Education/Qualifications

Level 3 Essential:

Certificate III in Civil Construction or a similar field, or an equivalent combination of demonstrated relevant experience.

Bridge Inspection Level 1.

Bridge Inspection Level 2, or ability to obtain the required bridge inspection competency within six (6) months of appointment.

Level 4 Essential: (In addition to Level 3)

Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Asset Management, or a related discipline.

Certificate IV in Civil Construction or a similar field, and/or an equivalent combination of demonstrated relevant experience.

Bridge Inspection Level 2.

Essential Licences Level 3 and 4 Essential:

Possession and maintenance of a Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver Licence.

General Construction Industry Certificate to White Card.

Progression: Progression from Level 3 to Level 4 is not automatic. It will be assessed by the Programming Assets Coordinator and People and Culture, based on evidence that the Level 4 criteria have been met as set out in this position description and that the incumbent is performing the full range of key responsibilities to a satisfactory standard.

Benefits

We have a range of benefits that include:

Fortnightly RDO

5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading

3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave

Domestic and Family Violence Leave

Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable to your role)

Flexible Work Arrangements

Annual wage progression

12% Superannuation

Salary Sacrifice opportunities such as Remote Area Benefit

Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs

Employee Assistance Program

Class 5 Vehicle rights while on call

Inherent requirements and working environment

Inherent Requirements

The following are essential to performing this role safely. Council will consider reasonable adjustments to help a person meet these requirements.

Work is split between the office and the field. Field work is outdoors across Council’s road network, including on and beside live roads and in remote parts of the region, with exposure to heat, sun, dust, noise, wildlife and wet weather. Officer duties involve using a computer, tablet and telephone, in the office and in the field, for extended periods to record inspections, update asset systems and prepare reports.

Field work may involve working alone or in isolated locations, in line with Council’s secure work procedures for remote and isolated work.

Be required to participate in an on-call roster, work outside ordinary hours, reasonable overtime and respond to emergencies and operational incidents including weekends, and emergency or disaster response, as reasonably directed to meet operational needs.





Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods, including high-visibility clothing, safety boots and sun protection, and a hard hat and hearing and eye protection where required.

Walk and stand for extended periods along road corridors, road shoulders, footpaths and drainage lines, including over uneven, loose, sloping or wet ground, to carry out inspections.

Bend, kneel, squat, crouch and twist to inspect pavements, bridges, culverts and drainage structures, take measurements, and install or retrieve equipment at ground level.

Climb embankments and creek banks and move through low-clearance areas such as beneath bridges and at culvert inlets and outlets, to inspect structures.

Lift and carry light to moderate loads, such as traffic counters and road tubes, measuring equipment and signs, up to the maximum weight permitted under Council’s WHS manual handling requirements.

Work safely on and beside live roads, including when installing or retrieving traffic-counting equipment, staying aware of passing traffic and operating plant and responding to warnings, signals and alarms.

Have sufficient vision to identify and assess surface defects, cracking, deformation and other changes in asset condition, including during drive-by inspections.

Drive a Council vehicle for extended periods, often over long distances and on unsealed roads, and get in and out of the vehicle frequently during inspections, to reach sites across the region.

Pre-Employment Checks, Health Monitoring and Immunisation

This position is required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment, including a drug and alcohol screen based on the inherent requirements above.

Council takes all reasonably practicable steps to provide a safe and healthy workplace and to prevent occupational disease. Under Council’s P0199 Vaccinations and Health Monitoring Procedure, this position is listed on Council’s health monitoring register as requiring Tetanus as a vaccination requirement for this position.

More information and questions

Council is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity and acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be an inclusive and capable organisation. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, people with a disability, and those with family responsibilities to apply.

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre-employment assessments/check:

Pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol test

National Police/Criminal History Check

Right to Work in Australia Check

Qualification/Licence Verification

Applications must be submitted online using the Apply Now link on this page and should include a cover letter and your current resume.

For further information, please view the Position Description.

For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please contact Milad Alia

Closing Date 11:59pm Sunday, 29 November 2026.

Posted: 13-11-2026

Salary: Attractive package will be offered to right candidate

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