Maitland City Council

Community Asset Management Planner

The Opportunity:

Due to Maitland City Council's commitment to ongoing asset management maturity, our team is experiencing significant growth with a number of new opportunities available!

Our Community Asset Management Planner will support the development and implementation of Council's Asset Lifecycle Plans for a diverse range of Council assets including buildings, parks, recreation facilities, and sports fields.

In this role you will use data driven insights to inform future Asset Management Plans and Capital Works Programs. You will work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to review asset performance, undertake condition assessments, contribute to process improvements and help ensure Council's assets continue to meet the needs of our growing community.

This is an opportunity to work across a broad range of assets, influence long term infrastructure planning and contribute to the delivery of sustainable, high-quality community assets.

About you:

To be successful within this role, you will have a Degree in Asset Management, Engineering, Project Management or equivalent experience in a similar role.

You will have demonstrated experience in developing, analysing, assessing and implementing strategic asset solutions and plans. In addition, you will also possess:

• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in using asset management systems, predictive modelling applications, GIS and data querying to support asset management.
• Knowledge of whole of life costing and cost/benefit analysis techniques.
• Excellent time management, planning, financial, administrative skills and computer skills.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits:

This is a full-time, permanent role working a 35-hour week, with a base salary range of $110,152-$122,269 per year based on demonstrated competencies + allowances + 12% super.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Three weeks personal leave
• Paid parental leave
• Ongoing training and development
• Fitness Passport
• Healthy Employee Program

To apply:

To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.

Questions:

If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact Clinton Anderson, Senior Community Asset Engineer, on 02 4934 9876.

Applications close: Sunday 9 August 2026

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation ([email protected])