Are you ready to join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering quality infrastructure services that make a real difference in our community?

Are you looking for a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and innovation is encouraged?

The City of Launceston, an award-winning Employer of Choice, is currently seeking to fill the following position:

Position Title: Asset Officer

Position Number: POS1555

This permanent, full time position supports the effective management of Council’s asset portfolio through the development and maintenance of asset data. The role assists with maintenance planning, routine asset inspections, and provides day-to-day support to internal Asset Owners. It contributes to the planning and management of assets in line with the Strategic Asset Management Plan and best practice principles.

The position also responds to internal and external enquiries, and supports financial tracking, budgeting, and grant reporting to ensure compliance and accurate reconciliation.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates, through behaviour, an alignment and an understanding of our values and has the following qualifications, skills and experience:

Create and Innovate: displays initiative & considers different ideas and perspectives;

Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously and effectively in a team, facilitating information transfer, collaborating with other team members;

High level of skill using excel, databases, interpreting and manipulating data;

High level of attention to detail, written and verbal communication skills;

Experience with corporate accounting/costing and asset management processes and software; and

Relevant technical qualifications (e.g. qualifications in asset management) or demonstrated experience in a relevant field.

If you are interested, for further information and instructions on how to apply please go to the employment page of our website at www.launceston.tas.gov.au and download the Employment Information Pack for this position.

For further information, please contact Erica Deegan, Senior Leader Asset Management Project on 03 6323 3414, or [email protected]

To apply, please address your application to People and Culture clearly stating the position number and send to [email protected] OR complete the online application form available from our website, attaching all requested documentation.

Your application should include a Cover Letter, your current Resume and a statement addressing the highlighted Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description section of the Employment Information Pack. You must address the Selection Criteria to be eligible for interview.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the People and Culture team via email at [email protected], noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

Applications must be received by 3.00pm, Monday, 4 August 2025