Asset Engineer, Roads - Sunshine Coast

WSP; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Asset Engineer to join the Sunshine Coast team. You will support the Asset Manager in asset management, investigation and design coordination for a major road maintenance contract, developing forward works programs and asset planning.

You will work from WSP’s Sunshine Coast office in Maroochydore, collaborating with asset management specialists to deliver robust, data-driven solutions and reports across Pavements and assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Post-Graduate degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience in road/civil design, data analytics, asset management or related advisory roles is expected.
• Ability to transform complex data into clear, actionable insights (PowerBI a plus).
• Strong client-focused communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage asset inventory, datasets, and assessments under the Asset Manager.
• Support and train others in asset information systems.
• Monitor and report on asset inspection regimes and frequencies.
• Conduct asset inspections (pavements, culverts, table drains) as needed.
• Contribute to asset management plans and forward works programs.
• Develop the pavement Forward Works Program.
• Coordinate between Routine Maintenance and Asset Management for scheduling.
• Update condition and inventory data and participate in meetings.

Skills

Asset management awareness

Data analytics

Road design

Pavement design

PowerBI visualisations

Client relationships

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Post-Graduate degree in a relevant field

Tools

PowerBI

Asset management systems

Job description

Sunshine Coast Mc, Queensland, Australia

Job Description

At WSP, we partner with our clients to improve the performance, sustainability, and long-term value of their assets. Our Strategic Asset Management team delivers trusted advisory services across transport, energy, mining, water, facilities, and social infrastructure, working nationally and internationally as an integrated practice.

We are seeking an Asset Engineer to join our growing Strategic Asset Management team on the Sunshine Coast. As part of the asset management team, the Asset Engineer will support WSP’s Asset Manager in the delivery of the asset management, investigation and design coordination services of a major road maintenance contract. The asset management team is responsible for the development of forward works programs and asset management planning activities of road infrastructure assets.

WSP’s roleis confirmed until at least the end of June 2029. This Asset Engineer role is a full-time role, located at WSP’s Sunshine Coast office, Emporio Place, Maroochydore, Queensland.

What You'll Do

• Manage asset inventory, datasets, and assessments as directed by the Asset Manager.
• Support and train others in asset information systems.
• Monitor and report on asset inspection regimes and frequencies.
• Conduct asset inspections (pavements, culverts, table drains) as needed.
• Contribute to asset management plans, including the Contractor Tactical Asset Management Plan.
• Develop the pavement Forward Works Program.
• Liaise between Routine Maintenance and Asset Management teams on programming and approvals.
• Update condition and inventory data.
• Attend contract meetings and workshops as required.

Communicate with asset management specialists.

What We're Looking For

• Asset Management Awareness or at least 2 years of experience in road/civil design, data analytics, asset management, asset maintenance, asset management systems, pavement design, or related advisory roles.
• Client-Centred Approach: Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and tailored service delivery.
• Analytical Thinking: A strong analytical mindset with a keen eye for detail and the ability to transform complex data and present in a clear, actionable format, including PowerBI visualisations.
• Communication Excellence: strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and data presentation.
• Team Collaboration: A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn from and mentor others.
• A Bachelor’s or Post-Graduate degree in a relevant field
• Driver’s License
• Construction White Card (desirable)

Why join WSP?

At WSP, you’ll be part of a global professional services firm with the scale, technical depth, and project diversity to support your career growth. We offer a flexible and inclusive working environment, access to learning and mentoring, health and wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance support, purchased leave options, parental leave support, salary continuance insurance, corporate discounts, and opportunities to contribute to projects that make a lasting impact in our communities.

If you are looking to build your asset management career with a collaborative team working on important transport infrastructure, we would like to hear from you.