Description
Asset Management Officer
Permanent Full-Time | QLGIA (Stream A) Level 4
Location: Yeppoon | Reports to: Coordinator Strategic Asset Management
Why this role matters
Every road, park, and pipe tells a story, and you will be the one making sure those stories are accurate, up-to-date, and ready to inform the future. As our Asset Management Officer, you will provide strategic asset management services that ensure the integrity, accuracy and usability of Council’s asset data.
About Us
Livingstone Shire sits along the stunning Capricorn Coast, covering 11,776 square kilometres and home to nearly 43,000 residents. Since its formation in 2013, Council has grown into a values-driven organisation with around 400 staff committed to delivering for our community.
Our region is known for its relaxed coastal lifestyle, pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant community spirit. It’s a place where connection matters, and where nature and opportunity live side by side.
Council’s culture is built on Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential, and Positivity; values that guide how we work and how we lead.
Our vision is to be A prosperous region for families, business, and future generations. We are committed to creating a vibrant, resilient, and inclusive community where people thrive, nature is protected, and innovation drives progress.
Our work is guided by four strategic pillars:
- Growth to Fund Service Delivery - Strategic investments and development to create sustainable revenue streams that support quality community services.
- Services That Meet Customer Expectations - Responsive, accessible and high-quality services that address the evolving needs of residents and businesses.
- Efficiency in Delivery - Streamlined processes, elimination of red tape, and smart resource allocation to maximise value for ratepayers and opportunity for Business diversity and growth.
- Protecting Our Natural Resources - Creating opportunity to protect and value Livingstone’s natural resources for future generations, whilst encouraging sustainable consumption of resources across our region.
We are looking for a detail-driven, tech-savvy professional who loves systems, data, and making things work better. If you thrive on precision, innovation, and collaboration, this is your chance to make a real impact.
What you will doing:
If you love spreadsheets, databases and spatial data, then this is the job for you. You will help contribute to the shaping of how we manage 1.8 billion dollars worth of council owned assets, including land, roads, parks, fleet and many more. Here is how you’ll make your mark:
- Maintain the integrity of Council’s Asset Management System (Conquest) and GIS (ESRI) by ensuring asset data is accurate, validated and complete, supporting strategic decisionmaking and operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance in asset-related submissions by reviewing asconstructed documentation, digitising this information into Council’s GIS and AMS, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to uphold Council’s standards.
- Contribute to process and procedure improvements by supporting the ongoing review of Council’s asset data in both the GIS and AMS, ensuring alignment between these systems and what exists in the real world.
- Undertake the financial capitalisation and registration of gifted and Councilconstructed assets in accordance with Council’s financial, asset management and reporting frameworks.
What you will bring:
You are not just good with data, you understand what it means for the big picture. Here is what sets you apart:
- A strong eye for detail, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, project documentation and costings, and translate this information into GIS datasets (points, lines and polygons) and asset records within the asset register.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to work effectively with internal teams, contractors and a wide range of stakeholders.
- Solid skills in asset management systems, GIS and local government financial processes, supported by an inquisitive mindset and a genuine desire to learn and improve.
- A motivated and collaborative approach, thriving in a highintensity, closeknit team that consistently punches above its weight.
Bonus points for:
- GIS integration or workflow wizardry that makes processes smoother and smarter.
- Technology One Finance or Asset Management digital innovation experience — we love clever solutions.
Knowhow with water and sewer assets — pipes, pumps, treatment plants and all the good stuff in-between.
Benefits:
- Salary: $86,958 per annum (QLGIA (Stream A) Level 4 — plus the satisfaction of knowing your work makes a real impact across Council and for the community!
- Work-life balance: 9-day fortnight
- Impact: Help shape the future of infrastructure in a thriving coastal community
- Innovation culture: We back bold ideas and smart solutions
- Lifestyle: Live and work where others holiday—beaches, bushland, and a brilliant team
Ready to connect the Asset dots?
Apply now via our recruitment portal. Be sure to include your resume and address the selection criteria.
Applications close midnight Monday, 30 March 2026 (AEST).
Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
