Road & Infrastructure Inspector – Asset Data & Inspections

Charters Towers Regional Council; Charters Towers Regional; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave加载

3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave

Domestic and Family Violence Leave

Uniforms and PPE provided

Flexible Work Arrangements

Annual wage progression

12% Superannuation

Salary Sacrifice options

Job summary

Charters Towers Regional Council is seeking a Technical Officer to perform programmed inspections of road infrastructure and related assets. You will gather data, assess condition, and provide recommendations to support maintenance, renewal and construction planning.

The role requires knowledge of asset management, inspection principles and relevant standards. A strong focus on safety, field-office coordination, and accurate records is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of civil infrastructure, road construction and asset inspection gained through study or experience.
• Knowledge of infrastructure inspection principles and defect documentation; ability to develop recommendations.
• Ability to inspect civil infrastructure, identify defects and accurately document findings.
• Ability to collect, interpret, analyse and record technical asset data and identify trends.
• Ability to use asset management systems and GIS for inspections and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Undertake programmed and responsive inspections of Council’s road and related assets to identify defects and assess condition.
• Provide reliable inspection data and recommendations to assist maintenance and renewal planning.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of inspection programs, standards, policies and procedures.
• Prepare clear technical records and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate field inspections with office-based teams and ensure safety practices.

Skills

Civil infrastructure

Asset inspection

Data interpretation

GIS proficiency

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Bridge Inspection Level 2

Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering

Certificate IV in Civil Construction

Tools

Bridge Inspection Level 2

GIS software

Asset management systems

Job description

Charters Towers Regional Council is seeking a Technical Officer to perform programmed inspections of road infrastructure and related assets. You will gather data, assess condition, and provide recommendations to support maintenance, renewal and construction planning.

The role requires knowledge of asset management, inspection principles and relevant standards. A strong focus on safety, field-office coordination, and accurate records is essential for success in this position.