Asset Management Specialist - Buildings and Parks & Open Space

• Shape the long term management of Council's buildings, parks and open space assets
• Drive strategic asset planning, renewal investment and continuous improvement
• Support sustainable infrastructure outcomes that deliver lasting community value

Moonee Valley is recognised as a great place to live, work and visit, located in Melbourne's northwest and serving more than 130,000 residents and over 10,000 local businesses. As a dynamic and diverse municipality, Council delivers a wide range of services, infrastructure and strategic initiatives that support the wellbeing and prosperity of its community. The organisation brings together diverse professional expertise, perspectives and lived experiences, guided by leaders who foster innovation and ensure the delivery of high quality, future focused outcomes.

Reporting to the Senior Coordinator City Assets, the Asset Management Specialist - Buildings and Parks & Open Space is a key specialist role responsible for supporting the lifecycle management, performance and long-term investment planning of Council’s buildings, facilities, parks and open space assets. Operating as an internal business partner, this is an opportunity to strengthen asset management practices and influence how Council plans, prioritises and invests in essential community infrastructure. You will support asset condition assessments, site investigations, predictive lifecycle modelling, maintenance and renewal strategies, asset valuations and long-term financial forecasting. Working closely with asset owners, operational teams, planners and service areas, you will contribute to the development and prioritisation of capital works programs, strengthen asset data and reporting, and support Council’s broader asset management plans and Investment Pathways framework.

A key focus will be building strong relationships across Council, helping teams better understand their assets, challenge existing practices and identify opportunities for improvement. You will work collaboratively with stakeholders to assess asset performance, identify practical maintenance and renewal solutions and translate technical information into meaningful recommendations. Importantly, you will help connect asset management decisions to broader community outcomes, considering the purpose of Council’s assets, appropriate service levels and how investment should be prioritised against competing needs. Success will require someone who can proactively engage with stakeholders, constructively challenge established approaches and influence sustainable, evidence-based decisions while contributing to continuous improvement in asset management practices and governance.

The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience in asset management, engineering or infrastructure planning, ideally with exposure to buildings, facilities, parks or open space assets. You will bring a strong understanding of lifecycle planning, condition assessments, asset valuations, financial forecasting and investment prioritisation, alongside strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Equally important will be your ability to build credibility, communicate effectively and influence stakeholders across multidisciplinary teams. Experience using asset management systems, analytical tools and reporting platforms to support planning and continuous improvement will be highly regarded. Relevant qualifications in engineering, asset management, infrastructure planning, building or a related discipline, or extensive relevant experience, will be important.

Moonee Valley City Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Child Safe employer and values diversity, encouraging people from different backgrounds to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments, support or assistance throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

To view the Position Description for this opportunity, please email steph.davidson@davidsonwp.com

To apply, please click 'apply now' and upload your CV and Cover Letter. For a confidential discussion or further information, please contact Alannah O'Carroll on 0426 691 205 or Kate Chase on 0412 254 802.

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