Asset Inspector

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 415,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

We seek an enthusiastic, self-driven and reliable individual to join our Asset Planning and Support team as an Asset Inspector on a permanent, full time basis with a focus area on civil assets.

This position is predominantly in the field undertaking ongoing audits of Council's infrastructure assets and work closely with the Asset Engineers and other relevant officers in preserving and maintaining the desired level of service for Council's roads, footpaths and stormwater assets.

You will be assisting Asset Engineer to ensure Council's asset register is up to date and to undertake risk and condition assessment. 

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• TAFE Certificate of trade or equivalent in a relevant field
• Extensive relevant experience in infrastructure maintenance of nominated focus area infrastructure
• Class C Driver’s Licence.

Desirable:

• Experience in the use of ESRI GIS software
• Knowledge of surveying and GPS equipment
• Experience in the use of mobile field applications
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Availability to work flexible working hours
• Understanding and demonstrated experience in asset collection, risk management and condition assessment
• Staff and contractor supervision experience
• Proficiency in use of and application of computers and computer packages including, Microsoft Word, Excel, GIS and mobile field applications
• WorkCover approved General Induction for Construction Work in NSW
• Experience in TechnologyOne including CiAnywhere.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,560.32 per week
• 38-hour working week
• Rostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnight
• Leaseback vehicle
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

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  Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach. 
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.
   
   Best of luck.

Closing date:           Friday 19 April 2024, 11.59 pm    

Contact officer:       May Jasim on 9839 6223

Internal ref:              BCC257