Job Description
Permanent, Full-time | $137,358.18 - $159,150.21 + 12% superannuation | Hurstville
About the Role
The Head of Asset Data & Systems provides leadership and technical expertise to a team of Asset Specialists to deliver best‑practice asset management across Council. Working closely with the Manager Assets and Traffic, the role leads the development, review, and advancement of Council’s Strategic Asset Management Framework and asset management maturity. This includes driving the development and ongoing enhancement of Council’s Asset Management System, ensuring asset data, systems, and corporate applications support accurate administration, reporting, and long‑term planning for infrastructure assets.
The position plays a key role in asset governance, financial management, and decision‑making by leading asset valuations and revaluations, supporting asset‑related financial policies, and providing high‑quality advice, analysis, and reporting to stakeholders. The role oversees asset data capture, condition assessment, compliance, and risk management, while also managing project governance, tenders, and consultant engagement in line with Council procedures. Through strong stakeholder engagement and cross‑unit collaboration, the Head of Asset Data & Systems contributes to Council’s strategic planning processes and ensures asset information and systems enable informed, transparent, and sustainable outcomes for the organisation and community.
What We Offer
Permanent, Full-Time role – 70 hours per fortnight
Salary from $137,358.18 - $159,150.21 per annum plus 12% superannuation
9-day fortnight subject to operational requirements
Hybrid working arrangement - with flexible start and finish times
Health and Wellbeing Paid Leave
Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
Employee Rewards Program
Ongoing Education and Resources
What We Are Looking For
Tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, project management or equivalent experience in a related field
Demonstrated ability to motivate, support and mentor team members whilst maintaining a customer focused culture
Extensive asset management experience
Excellent communication negotiation and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated experience with forward works programming, financial control, and budget preparation
Knowledge of latest trends and techniques in the management of natural and built assets
If you have made a positive commitment to further your career and you possess the attributes located in the Position Description essential criteria, then please submit your application today.
Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.
If you would like further information on this role, please contact Sam Lindsay, Manager Assets & Traffic on 02 9330 6277.
Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Friday 24 April 2026 at 11.59pm AEST
Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.
Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.
We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.
We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.
About the Role
The Head of Asset Data & Systems provides leadership and technical expertise to a team of Asset Specialists to deliver best‑practice asset management across Council. Working closely with the Manager Assets and Traffic, the role leads the development, review, and advancement of Council’s Strategic Asset Management Framework and asset management maturity. This includes driving the development and ongoing enhancement of Council’s Asset Management System, ensuring asset data, systems, and corporate applications support accurate administration, reporting, and long‑term planning for infrastructure assets.
The position plays a key role in asset governance, financial management, and decision‑making by leading asset valuations and revaluations, supporting asset‑related financial policies, and providing high‑quality advice, analysis, and reporting to stakeholders. The role oversees asset data capture, condition assessment, compliance, and risk management, while also managing project governance, tenders, and consultant engagement in line with Council procedures. Through strong stakeholder engagement and cross‑unit collaboration, the Head of Asset Data & Systems contributes to Council’s strategic planning processes and ensures asset information and systems enable informed, transparent, and sustainable outcomes for the organisation and community.
What We Offer
Permanent, Full-Time role – 70 hours per fortnight
Salary from $137,358.18 - $159,150.21 per annum plus 12% superannuation
9-day fortnight subject to operational requirements
Hybrid working arrangement - with flexible start and finish times
Health and Wellbeing Paid Leave
Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
Employee Rewards Program
Ongoing Education and Resources
What We Are Looking For
Tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, project management or equivalent experience in a related field
Demonstrated ability to motivate, support and mentor team members whilst maintaining a customer focused culture
Extensive asset management experience
Excellent communication negotiation and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated experience with forward works programming, financial control, and budget preparation
Knowledge of latest trends and techniques in the management of natural and built assets
If you have made a positive commitment to further your career and you possess the attributes located in the Position Description essential criteria, then please submit your application today.
Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.
If you would like further information on this role, please contact Sam Lindsay, Manager Assets & Traffic on 02 9330 6277.
Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Friday 24 April 2026 at 11.59pm AEST
Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.
Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.
We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.
We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Head of Asset Data and Systems position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Hurstville 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.