The City of Subiaco is going through a transformation with significant change and evolution in terms of residential options, the commercial sector, retail, entertainment, leisure and recreation. Navigating this change in partnership with the community, business and stakeholders, whilst also celebrating Subiaco's heritage, history and culture is an exciting challenge.

This role sits in the Engineering Services branch and will provide leadership in strategic asset management by developing and implementing an asset management framework, aligned with the City's Asset Management Strategy and policy. The successful candidate will also oversee and lead the fleet management function within the City, including the Asset and Fleet team.

The key responsibilities of this role are to:

• Lead the City’s cross functional Asset Management Working Group to promote integrated asset planning
• Develop and implement a long-term asset management framework aligned with the Council Plan, service planning and financial sustainability objectives.
• Lead the development of Asset Management-led Works Programs ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and objectives.
• Integrate asset planning and decision-making across business units and service providers.
• Coordinate cyclic asset valuations assets including maintenance of unit rates and condition ratings.
• Oversee the City’s asset registers ensuring up to date data capture, and maintenance.
• Develop and maintain data validation processes to support audit compliance and data integrity.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for TechnologyOne’s EAM and SAM modules, supporting project lifecycle management and advising on asset renewal modelling and scenario analysis.
• Establish condition standards and service levels, define performance targets, and report on asset outcomes.
• Champion best practices in asset management and build organisational capability.
• Cultivate strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, particularly Finance and Information Services, to support effective asset management implementation.
• Provide expert advice to internal and external stakeholders on asset-related matters.
• Oversee development and delivery of the long-term fleet renewal plan and effective fleet management in accordance with industry and community standards.
• Lead the development and maintenance of fleet policies and procedures
• Coordinate and monitor the City’s annual fleet capital, operating program and budget.
• Any other duties as required.

Essential criteria:

• Suitable qualifications with extensive experience in strategic and operational asset management
• Extensive knowledge of Local Government asset infrastructure including fleet and plant management.
• Ability to present complex data and information in a manner readily understood by customers.
• Advanced written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Strong project and contract management skills.
• Highly developed problem solving and analytical skills.
• Highly developed computer literacy with knowledge of asset management computer applications and databases.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to establish team and individual work priorities.
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgement, working with minimal supervision.
• Experience in the use of geographical information systems software (Intramaps preferred).

Salary package:

From $131,040 to $141,034 per annum pro rata, plus 11.5% employer superannuation and additional co-contribution to your superannuation.

Working for the City of Subiaco:

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and offer great benefits to help you achieve a positive work-life balance, including (but not limited to):

• City provided vehicle.
• Up to 5 weeks' annual leave plus the option to accrue time in lieu.
• Sustainable travel allowance/parking permit.
• Free membership to Lords Recreation centre.
• Superannuation co-contributions.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Novated lease and salary packaging options.

Application process:

To apply for this position, please click Apply or alternatively Apply with Seek to submit your application. You will be asked to upload a CV and a cover letter to support your application. If you would like to receive a full PDF copy of the position description, please send your request to [email protected], referencing this position title.

To be considered for the role, it is essential that you demonstrate in your application how you meet the essential criteria. You should ensure that the information you provide in your application is relevant to the job role and is a true and accurate reflection of your experience and skillset.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment in which everyone is included and treated fairly with respect. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The closing date for applications is 24 June 2025. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted, prior to the closing date. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you submit an application as soon as you are able to.