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Technical and Asset Officer
Lower Eyre Council is seeking a practical and motivated Technical and Asset Officer to join our Works team.
This is a varied role offering the opportunity to work across Council’s civil infrastructure, minor projects and asset management activities. You’ll combine office-based technical work with site inspections and field investigations, providing practical support across Council’s road, footpath, drainage and other infrastructure networks.
We’re ideally seeking someone with direct experience in civil engineering, construction, surveying, asset management or a related technical field. Recent engineering graduates looking to build practical experience and develop their careers are also encouraged to apply.
What you'll be doing
- Provide technical advice and support to Council’s Works team
- Undertake site inspections, traffic counts, basic survey and footpath design
- Assist with technical assessments relating to road reserves, heavy vehicle access, development applications and Council infrastructure
- Coordinate minor infrastructure projects, including footpath construction, road resealing and line marking programs
- Prepare project scopes, specifications, schedules, quantities and cost estimates
- Liaise with contractors, consultants and utility providers and monitor project progress
- Undertake asset inspections and maintain accurate asset and GIS information
- Assist with infrastructure renewal planning, budgets and Council’s Asset Management Plans
- Prepare maps, data summaries and technical information to support Works and Major Projects activities.
The scope of responsibilities and level of guidance will reflect the successful applicant’s skills and experience.
About you
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A relevant technical qualification in civil engineering, construction, surveying or asset management, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience in civil infrastructure, maintenance, construction or minor project coordination
- A practical understanding of roads, footpaths and drainage
- The ability to interpret plans, prepare quantities and undertake basic survey and design
- Good computer skills and the ability to collect and maintain technical and asset data
- Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
- A practical approach, initiative and good attention to detail
- A current Class C driver’s licence
- A Construction Industry White Card, or willingness to obtain one.
Experience with CAD, GIS, GPS or mobile asset data collection systems would be an advantage, along with previous local government or infrastructure asset experience.
If you’re a recent engineering graduate, tell us how your studies, projects or work placements have prepared you for the role, and which practical skills you’re keen to develop.
Salary and Conditions
This position is classified at Level 5 or 6 under Council’s Enterprise Bargaining Agreement, with a current salary range of $93,880 and $111,585 per annum, dependent on skills, qualifications, and experience, plus superannuation.
The role also includes:
- Phone allowance
- Tablet device
- Commuter use of a Council vehicle
- Contribution towards relevant professional membership fees
Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 is available to support the successful candidate in relocating to the region.
How to apply
Applications must include a cover letter and resume, with at least two referees, and can be forwarded to:
- Email: applications@lec.sa.gov.au
- Post: PO Box 41, Cummins SA 5631
Applications close: 5.00pm, Monday 02 November 2026.