R2026/48 - Assets Officer

Wentworth Shire Council; Wentworth Shire Council; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Rostered Days Off

Long Service Leave after five years

Professional development opportunities

12% superannuation

Job summary

Wentworth Shire Council is seeking an Assets Officer to support asset management planning and policy development for the Council’s infrastructure assets. The role reports to the Assets Coordinator and requires familiarity with government asset management practices and strong data analysis and communication skills.

The position is full-time and permanent with a starting salary of $87,344.40 plus 12% superannuation, plus a three-month probation.

Qualifications

• Experience in asset management within a government or similar organisation.
• Strong data analysis and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of asset management plans, strategies and policies for Council's infrastructure assets.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Job description

Full time permanent position

Wentworth Shire Council is seeking a suitable and motivated individual for the position of Assets Officer. Reporting to the Assets Coordinator, you will assist in the development of asset management plans, strategies and policies for Council 1s infrastructure assets. The successful applicant will bring knowledge and experience in asset management within a government or similar organisation. The position requires a good balance of data analysis and communication skills.

The position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a three-month probation period and has a commencement salary of $87,344.40 plus 12% superannuation. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a fit for work assessment along with a pre-employment drug and alcohol text.

Closing: 4pm, Monday 19 October 2026

No late applications are accepted.

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Join Wentworth Shire Council for a career in a progressive, community-focused work environment that prioritises the interests of the Shire. Wentworth Shire Council is committed to becoming a child safe organisation by embedding the NSW Child Safe Standards across our organisation. An advocate of Equal Employment Opportunity, Council offers outstanding working conditions and a team-oriented, positive culture.

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Employees at Wentworth Shire Council are provided with a range of benefits:

• Accrued Rostered Days Off throughout the year (for eligible roles), in addition to four weeks of Annual Leave
• Long Service Leave entitlements after five years of service
• Professional development opportunities
• 12% superannuation

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Wentworth Shire, home to about 8,000 residents, offers a unique lifestyle by the Murray and Darling Rivers. It’s a place of natural beauty and outdoor activities, ideal for families. Nearby Mildura provides additional amenities and cultural experiences. This balance makes Wentworth Shire an attractive location for living, working, and exploring. Discover what is worth seeing and doing in Wentworth and Surrounds: experiencewentworth.com.au