Asset Planning Officer

City of Rockingham; Perth; Remote; AUD 103,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Health & wellbeing programs (subsidies

Flexible working arrangements (work‑at

Job summary

The City of Rockingham is seeking an Asset Planning Officer to develop and continuously improve our asset management framework. You will analyse asset performance, lifecycle modelling and forecast renewal needs to support sustainable service delivery.

Responsibilities include preparing asset management plans, lifecycle models, capital works programs and long-term financial forecasts while collaborating with internal stakeholders and maintaining strong data quality and reporting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in asset planning or infrastructure program development.
• Ability to apply asset management principles in local government or infrastructure settings.
• Experience in analysing asset data to support planning, forecasting and decision-making.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to prepare clear reports.
• Experience in long-term financial planning including renewal modelling and budgets.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the City’s asset planning framework and lifecycle models.
• Prepare asset management plans, capital works programs and long-term forecasts.
• Analyse asset performance, risk and service levels to inform investment decisions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support continuous improvement.
• Contribute to sustainable service delivery aligned with organisational goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Asset management systems

Job description

Permanent

Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)

The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40KM south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life. One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations. Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the City’s Values of R E S P E C T. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.

Responsible for supporting the development and continuous improvement of the City’s asset planning framework, you will play an important role in ensuring infrastructure assets are planned, prioritised and managed effectively throughout their lifecycle. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will contribute to the preparation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of asset management plans, lifecycle models, capital works programs, and long‑term financial forecasts, while supporting the ongoing assessment and improvement of the City’s asset management maturity.

You will utilise asset data, lifecycle forecasts and asset management systems to support evidence‑based decision‑making and long‑term financial planning. By analysing asset performance, condition, risk and service level information, you will help inform investment decisions, support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to sustainable service delivery outcomes aligned with organisational objectives and community needs.

You possess well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving skills, along with strong written and verbal communication abilities. You have demonstrated experience in asset planning and lifecycle modelling, with a sound understanding of asset management principles at an operational and tactical level. A current and valid ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence is essential for this role.

To be considered for this role you must address the following selection criteria. You will be required to respond to each criterion below as you lodge your application online.

1. Demonstrated experience in asset planning and/or infrastructure program development, which may include the preparation and maintenance of asset management plans, lifecycle modelling, capital works program planning, or similar asset investment activities
2. Sound knowledge of asset management principles, practices, and frameworks, with the ability to apply these in a local government or infrastructure environment
3. Experience in analysing asset data and using asset management systems to support planning, forecasting, and decision‑making
4. Well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
5. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build effective working relationships, engage with a range of internal and external stakeholders, and prepare clear, concise reports, correspondence and documentation
6. Experience in supporting long‑term financial planning, including lifecycle forecasting, renewal modelling, and budget development
7. Demonstrated organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes within required timeframes

We are offering a salary range of $102,707 to $110,461 per annum (depending on knowledge and skill) and:

• 12% superannuation with the option to co‑contribute up to a further 5%
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $200 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• Flexible working arrangements, including work from home, rostered days off (9 day fortnight, or 19 day month) and two additional paid days of absence per annum
• A culture of learning with training/development opportunities including paid study leave and study fees
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, etc.

An information package is available on our website.

Applications must be submitted by 4pm, Thursday 22 October 2026

If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact the Recruitment Team via email at [e-mail] or phone [phone]. We’re happy to discuss options to assist you e.g. we can provide alternate formats for application forms, or alternate methods of applying.

The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English.

Attachments:

• Information Pack - Asset Planning Officer.pdf