Asset Specialist

Central Coast NSW, New South WalesDescriptionAre you ready to make an impact? Join us and lead the way in shaping sustainable asset management strategies that benefit our community. Help us Rewrite the Future Temporary 12 month Full Time roleDrive strategic asset management initiatives for community benefitBe a part of a team focused on optimising asset lifecycle performanceEnjoy work/Life balance About The RoleThe Asset Specialist plays a crucial role in shaping the strategic asset management framework of Central Coast Council. This role involves leading the development and implementation of asset management strategies, policies, and plans that ensure the effective utilisation and sustainability of our infrastructure.Your expertise will drive data-informed decision-making and optimise asset lifecycle performance while aligning investments with community outcomes. You will work collaboratively to develop integrated asset strategies, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellence in service delivery.This position is required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community.To Be Successful In This Role, You Will HaveDegree in Asset Management, Project Management, Business Management, Data Analysis, Facilities Management, Engineering or related field OR demonstrated solid contemporary experience in a similar role, combined with ongoing professional developmentYou will also be able to demonstrateExtensive experience in similar roles within large organisations.Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams focused on quality and customer outcomes.Strong knowledge of asset management best practices (ISO 55000, NAMS) and relevant legislation.High technical competence in asset and infrastructure management, including capitalisation processes.Expertise in delivering complex operational projects while balancing competing priorities.Skilled in developing methodologies, processes, and contract documentation; engaging consultants and contractors.Experienced in preparing strategic reports to inform and influence decision-making.Comprehensive budget management and financial forecasting skills, including identifying funding opportunities.Proficient in programme planning and management.Our position description provides more information for you to learn more about this role.Other Important InformationThe commencing salary for this position is up to $129.9K per year. Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $150.5K on completion of assessment of skills and performance plus 12% superannuation We have a temporary full-time role available This role will be able to access a 19 day month We are able to offer hybrid and flexible working conditions for this role - 2 days from home and 3 days onsite - This role is located at the Wyong Administration Building This role will have access to a Quarterly Vehicle Allowance $207.31 per week Council may create an eligibility list from this recruitment process and may utilise this eligibility list to fill other permanent or temporary vacancies.Extra BenefitsAt Central Coast Council we provide team members with a range of extras that help them balance their life when they need it. Fitness Passports give access to a range of gyms. Wellbeing leave can be accessed twice a year to tick off something that means something to you - volunteering, health check-ups. And an Employee Assistance Program that offers a range of wellbeing initiatives to help you and your immediate family.Other Extras IncludeLong service leave after 5 years of continuous serviceFree flu vaccination programTime provided for you to do annual skin cancer screening, Breast screen and blood donationsAccess to professional development with career development and learning programs through various platformsWe reward and recognise our staff with our Cheers programNovated leasing partnerships. Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect.Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.Want to know more?The contact person for this role is Michael Ross, Unit Manager Facilities and Asset Management. You can contact Michael on 0447 849 297.This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 16 November 2025.To download our Privacy Statement click here.LocationCentral Coast Council is ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour's drive from Newcastle, the Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. The Central Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW, the third largest Local Government Area (LGA) in NSW and the 6th Largest LGA in Australia.How To ApplyWe have put together some additional resources to help you apply for a role at Central Coast Council.By completing and submitting this online application you confirm that any information that you provide in this application is true and correct and acknowledge that any offer of employment may be withdrawn should the information that you have provided in support of your application be shown to be false.You also consent to employment screening checks being conducted where appropriate. This may include associated checks including reference checks, Working with Children Check, Entitlement to Work in Australia, employment history and an Australian Federal Police Check, as well as substantiation of educational qualifications, industry memberships, previous Central Coast Council employment history and association with professional bodies.You also acknowledge that you will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for an interview.To Lodge Your Application, Please Follow These StepsAnswer the on-line questions shown below.Attach your resume Attach your qualifications and licences.Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e-mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application.If you require assistance to lodge your application please contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing recruit@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au to discuss what reasonable adjustments you may need. If you are deaf, hearing or speech impaired, you can contact us through the National Relay Service TTY call 133 677 or Speak & Listen 1300 555 727.Applicants who are selected for interview will be contacted by phone or e-mail. For further instructions please click here. You will have the ability to save your application as you go using the 'Save Application' button. You can start an application and return to it later via the automatic follow-up email once you have the time and required information at hand to finalise your application.If you don't have access to a computer or electronic device, you can lodge your application at any of Council's Library locations. Pre-book a free 1-hour computer timeslot by contacting your nearest library https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/libraries/our-branches or ask at the enquiry counter.We will not accept unsolicited resumes or applications being presented by recruitment agencies. Apply for this roleVisit siteShare