Asset Protection Officer - Inspections & Compliance (12m)

Murrindindi Shire Council; Alexandra; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Murrindindi Shire Council invites applications for an Asset Protection Officer to protect public assets during development, with a focus on safety, compliance and community collaboration.

Based in Alexandra or a hybrid arrangement, you will conduct inspections, issue asset protection permits, and coordinate investigations into asset damage while liaising with developers, contractors and residents to ensure council requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Experience with civil and general construction works in Australia.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with ability to instruct contractors.
• Sound research and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Competence with computer systems used in local government (GIS, MS Office, email).

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre- and post-construction inspections of Council assets to assess their condition.
• Administer asset protection permits and related compliance processes.
• Investigate damage to Council infrastructure and coordinate rectification.
• Liaise with builders, developers, contractors and property owners to ensure compliance with Council requirements.

Skills

Civil construction knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Team collaboration

GIS & MS Office proficiency

Tools

GIS

MS Office

Email systems

Job description

Murrindindi Shire Council invites applications for an Asset Protection Officer to protect public assets during development, with a focus on safety, compliance and community collaboration.

Based in Alexandra or a hybrid arrangement, you will conduct inspections, issue asset protection permits, and coordinate investigations into asset damage while liaising with developers, contractors and residents to ensure council requirements are met.