Job Description
About Inner West Council
Inner West Council (IWC) is among Sydney’s larger local metropolitan local government councils looking after a community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable, and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative, and inclusive programs and services, we invite you to join in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.
The community is at the heart of IWC, and our values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Compassion and Collaboration are at the centre of everything that we do.
We offer flexible career life balance with hours that allow you to relax and recharge. We offer a variety of flexible work arrangement options (e.g. flexible hours and working from home) where appropriate giving you even greater quality of work life balance.
Permanent employees benefit from our great value gym membership from $18.65/week giving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.
About the role
The Asset Engineer (Systems) is responsible for developing and implementing asset management system solutions that enable Council to achieve best practice in managing its infrastructure assets. This includes ensuring compliance with Council’s Asset Management Strategy, Policy, and Asset Management Plans.
You will oversee the effective collection, storage, and management of data for Council’s road, transport, and stormwater infrastructure. A key part of your role will be supporting the Coordinator Asset Systems in delivering a scheduled rolling program of infrastructure inspections and condition assessments. You will work closely with staff across Council and external agencies to inspect assets, update Council’s asset database, and maintain mapping systems. Your efforts will ensure accurate asset inventories and spatial information that underpin Council’s service
Please read the Position Description to familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role.
Remuneration
$86,282.04 - $110,998.16 + Civil Liability allowance (subject to eligibility) + 12% Superannuation
Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in engineering, asset management or other appropriate discipline.
Demonstrated experience in GIS and CAD applications, creation and maintenance of spatial mapping layers and database development.
Comprehensive experience in developing, implementing and maintaining ‘best practice’ data collection, storage and retrieval systems; asset identification, classification and condition assessment relating to road, traffic, transport and stormwater infrastructure.
Demonstrated understanding and ability to implement NAMS and IIMM guidelines for asset inventories, condition assessment and financial reconciliation of capital works.
Highly developed computer literacy enabling proficient use of mobile hardware devices, asset management software, databases and spreadsheets for collection, input, analysis and reporting of asset inventory data, statistical information and trends.
Ability to self-manage work assignments to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Current NSW Class C Driver’s License.
Enquiries
Hans Meijer, Infrastructure Planning Manager on 02 9392 5885
Closing Date
Sunday 22 March 2026, 11:30PM
To subscribe to our weekly job alert emails please click here
How to Apply
We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants. Please advise us within the application if you need support, reasonable adjustments to participate successfully in the recruitment process.
All new workers must be and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning their work or hold a valid medical contraindication.
Eligibility for employment/Pre employment Checks
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks as required for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver’s Licence and proof of work rights in Australia (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications/requirements for the role). Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.
For more information about work rights in Australia please visit the Department of Home Affairs website.
Inner West Council is proud to be an inclusive and equitable employer
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to reflecting the diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, young people, and mature age workers.
This commitment to diversity and inclusion is one of the many reasons we were named the 2023 AR Bluett Award Winner as the most progressive council in NSW. We’re also proud recipients of the 2023 Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice and the 2025 NSW Local Government Excellence Award for Organisational Diversity and Inclusion.
Reasonable Adjustment Assistance
IWC are intent on respecting the rights and improving opportunities for people with disability. Should you require adjustments or support for your application and throughout the recruitment process and beyond, please Click here for more information on reasonable adjustments
Inner West Council (IWC) is among Sydney’s larger local metropolitan local government councils looking after a community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable, and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative, and inclusive programs and services, we invite you to join in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.
The community is at the heart of IWC, and our values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Compassion and Collaboration are at the centre of everything that we do.
We offer flexible career life balance with hours that allow you to relax and recharge. We offer a variety of flexible work arrangement options (e.g. flexible hours and working from home) where appropriate giving you even greater quality of work life balance.
Permanent employees benefit from our great value gym membership from $18.65/week giving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.
About the role
The Asset Engineer (Systems) is responsible for developing and implementing asset management system solutions that enable Council to achieve best practice in managing its infrastructure assets. This includes ensuring compliance with Council’s Asset Management Strategy, Policy, and Asset Management Plans.
You will oversee the effective collection, storage, and management of data for Council’s road, transport, and stormwater infrastructure. A key part of your role will be supporting the Coordinator Asset Systems in delivering a scheduled rolling program of infrastructure inspections and condition assessments. You will work closely with staff across Council and external agencies to inspect assets, update Council’s asset database, and maintain mapping systems. Your efforts will ensure accurate asset inventories and spatial information that underpin Council’s service
Please read the Position Description to familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role.
Remuneration
$86,282.04 - $110,998.16 + Civil Liability allowance (subject to eligibility) + 12% Superannuation
Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in engineering, asset management or other appropriate discipline.
Demonstrated experience in GIS and CAD applications, creation and maintenance of spatial mapping layers and database development.
Comprehensive experience in developing, implementing and maintaining ‘best practice’ data collection, storage and retrieval systems; asset identification, classification and condition assessment relating to road, traffic, transport and stormwater infrastructure.
Demonstrated understanding and ability to implement NAMS and IIMM guidelines for asset inventories, condition assessment and financial reconciliation of capital works.
Highly developed computer literacy enabling proficient use of mobile hardware devices, asset management software, databases and spreadsheets for collection, input, analysis and reporting of asset inventory data, statistical information and trends.
Ability to self-manage work assignments to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Current NSW Class C Driver’s License.
Enquiries
Hans Meijer, Infrastructure Planning Manager on 02 9392 5885
Closing Date
Sunday 22 March 2026, 11:30PM
To subscribe to our weekly job alert emails please click here
How to Apply
We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants. Please advise us within the application if you need support, reasonable adjustments to participate successfully in the recruitment process.
All new workers must be and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning their work or hold a valid medical contraindication.
Eligibility for employment/Pre employment Checks
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks as required for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver’s Licence and proof of work rights in Australia (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications/requirements for the role). Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.
For more information about work rights in Australia please visit the Department of Home Affairs website.
Inner West Council is proud to be an inclusive and equitable employer
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to reflecting the diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, young people, and mature age workers.
This commitment to diversity and inclusion is one of the many reasons we were named the 2023 AR Bluett Award Winner as the most progressive council in NSW. We’re also proud recipients of the 2023 Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice and the 2025 NSW Local Government Excellence Award for Organisational Diversity and Inclusion.
Reasonable Adjustment Assistance
IWC are intent on respecting the rights and improving opportunities for people with disability. Should you require adjustments or support for your application and throughout the recruitment process and beyond, please Click here for more information on reasonable adjustments
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Asset Engineer (Systems) position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
