Asset Officer

Join Council and help shape our community infrastructure. Council is seeking an Asset Officer to join the Engineering team. 

About the role

In this hands-on role, you’ll support the management of infrastructure assets such as roads, drainage, and buildings—working across asset systems, data, and field activities. You’ll maintain asset registers, support inspections, and contribute to planning and reporting that informs long-term decisions.

What you’ll do

• Maintain and update asset registers and spatial data systems to ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity.
• Administer asset management systems, including data validation, updates, and basic troubleshooting
• Undertake audits and reconciliations of asset data in accordance with established procedures.
• Undertake field inspections and data collection activities to support asset condition assessments and asset register accuracy.
• Assist in the development and review of asset and infrastructure management plans and related documentation.

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Asset Management, GIS, or a related discipline, or lesser formal qualifications with relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in asset management, infrastructure data, or a related field.
• Experience using asset management systems and/or GIS applications.
• Experience in data analysis, reporting, and supporting projects or contract activities.
• Experience in local government is desirable.

Why join Ararat Rural City Council?

You’ll be part of a small, supportive team delivering important regulatory services that keep our community safe and support sensible development across the municipality. This part-time role offers the opportunity to use your technical expertise while enjoying regional lifestyle benefits.

How to apply

• Applications (cover letter, resume, and response to Key Selection Criteria) should be emailed to [email protected].
• Applications close Friday 10 July 2026 at 4.00 pm.
• Please refer to the position description for full details of the role and selection criteria.

If you’re a motivated, detail-oriented professional looking to build your career while making a real community impact, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Human Resources on (03) 5355 0200.