Road Inspector

Paroo; Queensland; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Paroo Shire Council in Queensland seeks a Road Inspector to undertake field inspections and condition assessments of roads, drainage networks and related assets. You’ll identify defects, safety concerns and maintenance needs, recording findings and referring issues for action.

The role is predominantly field-based with some office recording and reporting. You’ll work with the Senior Technical Officer, Works Coordinator and contractors on RMPC, DRFA/REPA programs and asset data collection.

Qualifications

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Current C Class Queensland Driver’s Licence or higher.
• Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Relevant qualification in civil construction, road maintenance, engineering technology or related field, and/or demonstrated practical experience.
• Demonstrated experience in road construction, maintenance or inspection.
• Ability to travel to remote areas and work in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect sealed and unsealed roads, drainage structures and related assets; record defects, condition and risks.
• Undertake routine, targeted and post-event inspections; document findings.
• Maintain accurate inspection records in Council systems with locations, measurements and photos.
• Identify safety risks; notify supervisor and implement interim controls as appropriate.
• Verify quality, progress and quantities of road works against approved specifications.
• Monitor contractor works; document non-conformances and elevate concerns promptly.
• Support RMPC, DRFA/REPA and related works with data collection and reporting.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Problem solving

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Civil construction or related field qualification

Tools

GIS/GPS mapping

Civica Reflect

RACAS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dated: 27 October 2026

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Position Vacant

Road Inspector

At the Paroo Shire Council, we believe that our success starts with our people.

We are committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment where team members feel supported and valued.

As the Road Inspector, you will undertake field inspections and condition assessments of Council’s road and drainage networks, helping ensure safe, timely and accountable delivery of road maintenance and construction activities.

The Road Inspector supports the delivery of Council’s road programs by identifying and recording defects, inspecting works and verifying quality and quantities, collecting reliable asset and site data, and maintaining accurate records. The position works closely with the Senior Technical Officer, Works Coordinator, supervisors and contractors on Council roads, Transport and Main Roads (TMR) maintenance works and disaster recovery programs, including DRFA/REPA. The role also assists with gravel source inspections, materials tracking, progress reporting and resolution of road-related customer requests.

An immediate start is on offer.

Dated: 27 October 2026

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

ROAD INSPECTOR

Award: Queensland Local Government Industry Award (Stream A) – State 2017

Certified Agreement: Paroo Shire Council – Non-Operational Staff Certified Agreement 2025-2028

Classification Level: Level 2 or 3 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Department / Team: Infrastructure Services

Reports to: Senior Technical Officer Supervises: Nil

Our Values

In making and implementing our decisions, we will be guided by the principles of integrity, efficiency and continuous improvement and exhibit the following core values:

• Pride
• Accountability
• Respect
• Open & Transparent
• Opportunities for Employment
• Safety
• Commitment

Position Objectives

As the Road Inspector, you will undertake timely, accurate inspections and condition assessments of Council’s road and associated civil infrastructure networks, ensuring defects, safety concerns and maintenance requirements are identified, documented and referred for appropriate action. Working collaboratively with the Senior Technical Officer, Works Coordinator, supervisors and delivery teams, the position inspects road maintenance, construction and disaster recovery works; verifies quantities and work quality; and collects reliable information to support programming, contract administration, progress claims, funding records and asset management. The role is predominantly field-based, with associated office-based recording, reporting and coordination duties. The position exercises judgement within its competency and delegated authority, and promptly escalates safety issues, non-conforming work and matters requiring technical or managerial decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect Council’s sealed and unsealed roads, airstrips, drainage structures, culverts, grids, floodways, shoulders, signage and associated road assets, and record defects, condition, risks and recommended actions.
• Undertake scheduled, routine, targeted and post-event road network inspections, including inspections arising from customer requests, flooding, adverse weather and other road safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate, current and traceable road condition, defect and inspection records, including locations, chainages, photographs, measurements, prioritisation information and follow-up actions in Council systems.
• Identify immediate public safety risks, promptly notify the responsible supervisor or manager, and recommend or initiate appropriate interim controls within delegated authority.
• Inspect and verify the quality, progress, quantities and completion of road construction, grading, resheeting, gravel carting, drainage and maintenance activities against approved scopes, specifications, standards and work instructions.
• Monitor contractor and Council-delivered works, document non-conformances and corrective actions, and elevate workmanship, program, safety or contract performance concerns promptly.
• Carry out field inspections and maintain supporting records for TMR Road Maintenance Performance Contract (RMPC), supplementary maintenance and other TMR-funded works in accordance with relevant requirements.
• Undertake damage assessments, site inspections and evidence collection for Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) / Reconstruction of Essential Public Assets (REPA) works, including before, during and after works as required.
• Collect and check site measurements, quantities, photographs, GPS/GIS location data, material records and inspection information to support project estimates, claims, acquittals, audits and contract administration.
• Assist with quality assurance, inspection and test records, hold-point inspections and verification of completed works in accordance with approved procedures and relevant standards.
• Assist with inspections and records for Council gravel pits, quarries and other material sources, including material quality, stockpiles, quantities, cartage and use, and flag potential permit or environmental compliance issues.
• Capture and update road inventory, traffic count, condition and asset data to support Council’s asset registers, mapping systems, maintenance priorities and forward works programming.
• Provide practical field information to the Senior Technical Officer for the preparation of road maintenance, renewal and capital works programs, scopes, quantities and preliminary cost estimates.
• Inspect road-related customer requests, communicate findings to relevant Council personnel, and maintain timely, accurate records of inspections, responses and recommended actions.
• Liaise constructively with the Works Coordinator, supervisors, road crews, contractors, consultants, landholders and other stakeholders to coordinate access, inspections and follow-up actions.
• Check on-site compliance with relevant work health and safety, traffic management, environmental, cultural heritage and quality requirements; raise and elevate issues within the role’s authority.
• Prepare concise site reports, inspection checklists, progress updates, correspondence and supporting documentation, and maintain complete and accurate records in Council’s electronic systems.
• Assist with basic survey, measurements, mapping, plan interpretation and other technical field tasks within the position’s training and competency.
• Organise and prioritise assigned inspections and reporting to meet operational, maintenance, project and funding deadlines, and provide regular updates on outstanding actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve inspection practices, defect recording, data accuracy, quality control and coordination between field and technical teams.
• Undertake other reasonable road inspection and technical support duties as directed by the Senior Technical Officer within the employee’s skills, training and delegated authority.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Current ‘C’ Class Queensland Driver’s Licence or higher.
• Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Ability to meet relevant pre-employment health assessment and National Police Check requirements.
• Relevant qualification in civil construction, road maintenance, engineering technology or a related field, and/or demonstrated equivalent practical experience in road construction, maintenance or inspection.
• Demonstrated experience in road construction, maintenance, field inspection or works supervision, with the ability to recognise road defects, assess work quality and identify practical maintenance needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player, with reliability, accountability and a strong work ethic, and to work independently, exercise sound judgement, take ownership of assigned inspections and complete accurate records within required timeframes.
• Ability to interpret road works plans, specifications, scopes, basic measurements and relevant standards and to identify and report departures from requirements.
• Ability to prepare clear, factual field inspection reports, photographs, measurements and supporting records, and to use Microsoft Office and electronic data recording systems.
• Sound awareness of work health and safety, traffic management and environmental requirements relevant to road and civil works, and willingness to raise and elevate issues promptly.
• Effective written and verbal communication, teamwork, organisation, problem-solving and stakeholder liaison skills, including working collaboratively with operational staff and contractors.
• Ability and willingness to travel and undertake regular field inspections across remote areas of the Shire in varying weather and site conditions.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Experience with TMR RMPC, road condition and defect inspection systems, or disaster recovery works (DRFA/REPA), including inspection evidence and quantity verification.
• Working knowledge of GIS/GPS mapping, electronic asset management systems, basic survey techniques, gravel material inspection or quality assurance documentation.
• Good working knowledge of Civica Reflect and RACAS.

Corporate Accountabilities

• Demonstrated commitment to complying with Council’s policies and procedures and the Local Government Act 2009, including but not limited to Council’s Code of Conduct, Work Health and Safety Policy and AntiDiscrimination Policy.
• Ability to carry out the physical and inherent requirements of the position and to remain flexible and adaptable to meet the requirements of the role.
• Maintain a positive team culture based on honesty, trust, and integrity.
• Perform jobs, tasks, and processes in accordance with relevant guidelines and standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of Council information obtained during the course of employment.
• Operate and maintain Council assets, including equipment, plant and fleet, in accordance with Council guidelines and manufacturers’ specifications.
• Foster and maintain strong stakeholder relationships directly or indirectly associated with Council.
• Provide consistent and timely customer service to colleagues and communities.

Work Health and Safety

Apply Council policies and procedures in everyday work activities to help ensure a safe work environment and comply with the requirements of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld) and other relevant safety legislation.

Maintain an understanding of work health and safety (WHS) legislation and Council’s WHS policies and procedures, and foster a positive attitude towards WHS within work teams.

Team Contribution

As part of a collaborative team in a customer-facing role, the incumbent is expected to deliver exceptional customer service and engage positively with people from diverse cultures, nationalities and backgrounds.

You will also:

• Work collaboratively with co-workers, actively contributing to the Shire’s vision and values.
• Raise issues with a solution-focused approach and contribute to a positive working environment.
• Build professional relationships with stakeholders at every level of the Shire.
• Actively display the values of the Shire in every interaction.
• Attend and participate in staff/team meetings and workshops as required.
• Actively participate in professional and career development opportunities, maintain current road inspection and construction knowledge, and contribute to team capability, cohesion and continuous improvement.

Agility Statement

The information contained in this position description is intended to describe the nature and level of work to be performed. It is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities, duties or skills required for the role. This