Assets Planner

City of Unley; City of Unley; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Unley is seeking an experienced Assets Planner to lead the development and ongoing improvement of Asset Management Plans, lifecycle modelling and long-term infrastructure forecasting. You will work with internal teams, consultants and finance to inform investment decisions and improve data governance and asset systems.

You will drive continuous improvement in asset management data, reporting and GIS integration while building organisational capability in asset management within the

Qualifications

• Experience developing Asset Management Plans and Long-Term Financial Planning.
• Knowledge of asset valuation, condition assessments and lifecycle modelling.
• Experience managing asset data, registers and corporate systems.
• Strong analytical, reporting and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and ongoing improvement of Asset Management Plans and lifecycle modelling.
• Forecast long-term asset needs and support investment decisions with data insights.
• Drive data governance, GIS integration and reporting across the organisation.

Skills

Asset management

Long-Term Financial Planning

Asset data management

Lifecycle modelling

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in asset management / related field

Tools

GIS

Asset Management System

Job description

5-Year Fulltime Fixed Term Contract MOA Level 6Shape the future of Council assets through strategic planning and data-driven decision making

About us

The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, we engage with our community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs. We are passionate leaders in many fields, and we exist to enable a better life for our community. We are committed to creating a connected, progressive and resilient City that embraces new ideas, prioritises sustainability, and enhances quality of life.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced asset management professional to join our City Assets team as an Assets Planner. Reporting to the Manager City Assets, you will play a key role in ensuring Council's asset information, planning frameworks and long-term infrastructure strategies support sustainable service delivery to our community. This position leads the development and ongoing improvement of Asset Management Plans, lifecycle modelling, asset valuations, condition assessment programs and long-term asset forecasting. Working closely with internal stakeholders, consultants and finance professionals, you will provide the insights and data required to inform future investment decisions and ensure Council's assets are managed responsibly and effectively. You will also drive continuous improvement in asset management systems, reporting, GIS integration and data governance practices, helping build organisational capability and maturity in asset management.

About You:

• Demonstrated experience developing Asset Management Plans and supporting Long-Term Financial Planning.
• Strong knowledge of asset management principles, asset valuation processes, condition assessments and lifecycle modelling.
• Experience managing asset data, asset registers and corporate asset management systems.
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and reporting skills with the ability to inform strategic decision-making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external consultants.

Why work with the City of Unley?

For 150 years, the City of Unley has been defined by service to our residents, our businesses, our neighbourhoods, and to each other. Generations of employees and volunteers have been united by a commitment to serve and have contributed to making Unley a place of character, connection, resilience and pride. Building on our proud history, we have an aspiration and a plan to continue to evolve, strengthen our culture and create the conditions for every person to do their best work and make a meaningful impact each day. We believe this is a great time to join us to shape and share in the future.

More information

All enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential.

Applications close 9am, Tuesday 3 November 2026.

Position Description

This position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:Facet-5 Personality ProfilingReference Checks

Everyone Belongs at Unley

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds, including people living with disability and First Nations Peoples, to apply. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and a supportive workplace.