Senior Technical Officer - Asset Management - South Burnett Regional Council - Kingaroy

About the South Burnett Region and South Burnett Regional Council

Located around two hours northwest of Brisbane, the South Burnett Region in Queensland is a vibrant rural area known for its rich agricultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and welcoming communities. The region includes towns like Kingaroy, famous for its peanuts, Nanango with its historic charm, Murgon and Wondai in the heart of wine country, and Proston and Goomeri offering lakeside recreation and gourmet delights. Visitors and residents enjoy access to the Bunya Mountains National Park, the Kilkivan to Kingaroy Rail Trail, boutique wineries, and cultural attractions. South Burnett Regional Council, based in Kingaroy, is committed to sustainable growth, infrastructure improvements, and fostering a strong community through initiatives like its Arts, Culture and Heritage Strategy and regional development plans. With a mix of lifestyle, opportunity, and natural beauty, the South Burnett Region offers an enviable balance of country living and regional progress.

Role Overview

As the Senior Technical Officer you will be getting out on the ground and ensuring Council's roads, bridges, footpaths, and drainage assets are inspected thoroughly and maintained to a high standard. You will be responsible for identifying defects, assessing conditions, reporting findings, and contributing to the prioritisation of works across the region. With a strong focus on practical delivery, community responsiveness, and technical accuracy, this is a role where your work directly supports the safety and reliability of local infrastructure.

What's On Offer:

• Competitive salary package between $80,000-$101,000 + 12% super
• 9-day fortnight (with RDO) and 72.5 hour fortnight
• Salary sacrificing options
• Locality allowance for living and working in beautiful Kingaroy
• 4 weeks annual leave
• Stable, permanent role with genuine career progression in regional QLD
• Relocation assistance available

What You will Be Doing:

• Leading a team of two Technical Officers
• Conduct regular inspections of infrastructure assets (e.g., roads, drainage, bridges, culverts, footpaths, kerbs).
• Identify, assess, and document asset defects and condition.
• Maintain accurate records in Council's asset management systems.
• Ensure inspections align with relevant standards (e.g. TMR, RMPC).
• Analyse inspection findings to prioritise maintenance and renewal works.
• Compile reports with recommendations for asset rehabilitation or replacement.
• Support the development of long-term asset management plans.
• Provide technical input into capital works planning and lifecycle costing.
• Assist with scheduling and planning of works based on asset priorities.
• Monitor progress against plans and adjust as required to meet operational targets.
• Respond to public enquiries, complaints, and service requests regarding asset condition or works.
• Collaborate closely with Engineers, Works Supervisors, and Technical Officers to deliver programs.
• Leading two Technical Officers, delegating and monitoring tasks to ensure quality outcomes
• Supporting compliance with TMR and RMPC standards, including planning and monitoring works
• Assisting with resource planning, budgeting, and contractor guidance
• Providing regular updates on progress and risks to senior stakeholders
• Ensure you and your team have a safety mindset and all work is completed following council safety requirements

What We're Looking For:

You're a civil infrastructure all-rounder who enjoys balancing time in the field with coordination, reporting, and stakeholder management. You understand how infrastructure asset condition impacts communities and are comfortable communicating technical matters with both internal teams and members of the public.

To thrive in this role, you'll have:

• Experience in engineering, civil construction, asset inspections, or infrastructure maintenance - ideally within Local Government and across roads, drainage, footpaths, culverts, kerbs
• Good knowledge of TMR standards and RMPC requirements or willingness to learn
• Proven leadership and supervisory capabilities
• Experience with asset management systems (desirable) and good computer skills
• Qualifications in engineering, civil construction, project management, or similar (desirable)
• A current C Class Driver's Licence and White Card

South Burnett Regional Council Information

For additional information on the South Burnett Regional Council please visit the website below:

https://www.southburnett.qld.gov.au/Home

How To Apply:

If you are interested in this valued and critical position with South Burnett Regional Council where you will contribute significantly to the local community please submit your application via the apply button or please feel free to reach out to Brock O'Brien from Precruitment directly on mobile 0468 566 523.

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