Shoalhaven City Council

Coordinator Place Based Asset Information

About the Role
This is a permanent, full time position working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, at the Nowra Administration Building. Leading a small team, this role is responsible to coordinate the capture, validation and analysis of asset information for Council's place-based assets to support informed decision making about these assets. coordinate the capture, validation and analysis of asset information for Council's place-based assets to support informed decision making about these assets.

The Asset Strategy team is a recently formed section within the Technical Services department with a targeted focus to improve Council's knowledge of all assets under its control. The team is responsible for establishing and/or improving processes to ensure the availability, reliability, completeness and quality information relating to whole lifecycle of infrastructure assets. This position will directly contribute to current and future successes of this section to the benefit of the whole organisation and the wider community.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

Reporting directly to the Asset Strategy Manager, the focus of this position is to:

• Coordinate the capture, updating, validation and analysis of asset information from multiple sources (including inventory data, location and condition) relating to Council's place-based assets, i.e. Buildings, Parks & Reserves and related assets within and surrounding sites.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the Council to source asset information and coordinate activities of the team in processing this information.
• Coordinate asset financial activities, such as capitalisation and disposal.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of thorough and complete documentation on Council's Asset Management System, asset registers, compilation of data, unit rate & useful life calculations, and other appropriate data.
• Work within OneCouncil, TRIM, ESRI ArcGIS other Council systems, to provide network asset information, to assist with the development and review of relevant processes or practices.

• Provide support within the Asset Strategy Team to ensure information is fit-for-purpose for the creation of strategic documents, such as Asset Management Plans

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications (Diploma or above) in Facilities Management, Horticulture, Building or Landscape Architecture and/or extensive experience in the management, construction and maintenance of buildings and facilities.
• Accuracy, attention to detail and ability to use various software and applications, including spreadsheets, asset databases, maintenance management systems and accurate word processing.
• Experience in developing an Operations Plans for Building Facilities and/or Open Space Management activities.
• Demonstrated success in guiding and coaching others, promoting continuous learning and managing the diverse operations of a work group to ensure the provision of timely and quality outputs
• Current Class C Driver's Licence.

How to Apply

Contact: Peter McQueen - Asset Strategy Manager - 02 4429 3408

Applications Close: Sunday 27 April 2025 (at midnight)

You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement. For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
3. Briefly describe the relevant technology and software you have experience using
4. How have you approached leadership tasks in previous roles?
5. Can you briefly describe a time where you have had to collate and analyse data to make informed decisions.

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk, Medium Risk, High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

If you require assistance submitting your application please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.

Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• 4 weeks annual, 3 weeks sick leave and 2 Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9 day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and training, including study assistance
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• Access to financial advice and guidance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to reach out if they require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment processes to enable them to fairly demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace