We are looking for an experienced Strategic Asset Lead to join a progressive local government organisation on a 5-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of public lighting across a dynamic municipality, contributing to safer, smarter, and more sustainable community infrastructure.
Our client is known for its strong commitment to delivering high-quality services to the community, underpinned by a clear vision of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable city. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, they foster a values-driven culture that prioritises integrity, accountability, and community outcomes.
The Opportunity In this role, you will provide strategic and technical leadership across public lighting assets, ensuring best-practice asset management and long-term planning. You will be instrumental in driving improvements to asset performance, safety, and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Public Lighting Condition Audit contract and provide technical oversight across the municipality
- Oversee and coordinate the public lighting condition audit program
- Define and formalise levels of service for municipal lighting assets
- Develop a fit-for-purpose maintenance regime
- Prepare proactive asset renewal and investment programs across 1, 2, 5, and 10-year horizons
- Provide technical input and formal sign-off on key asset decisions
- Respond to customer and stakeholder enquiries regarding lighting performance, safety, and standards
You are a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise in asset management, ideally within a local government or infrastructure environment. You bring experience in developing asset plans, managing contracts, and engaging with stakeholders, alongside a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
What’s on Offer
- 5-month contract with immediate start
- Hybrid working arrangements promoting work-life balance
- Opportunity to influence long-term infrastructure outcomes
- Collaborative and forward-thinking organisational culture
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