Are you a strategic engineer with a passion for shaping the future of Queensland’s transport network? As a Senior Engineer (Strategic Asset Management), you’ll play a key role in developing forward-looking asset strategies, applying data-driven insights to guide investment, maintenance, and long-term planning decisions.

Job details

A permanent opportunity exists within the Policy, Planning and Investment team for a strategic and technically skilled Senior Engineer (Strategic Asset Management) to help shape the future of Queensland's transport network. In this role, you will apply data-driven insights, engineering expertise, and innovative thinking to support long term asset planning, investment prioritisation, and network performance. 

In the role of Senior Engineer (Strategic Asset Management) you will liaise, consult and co-ordinate with members of the Transport System Asset Management (TSAM) team, Regions, Districts, customers and other stakeholders and contribute to:

• The development of strategies / systems for the effective management of transport system infrastructure. 
• Effective co-ordination of transport system Maintenance, Preservation and Operations (MPO) activities.
• Effective management of asset management analysis projects undertaken by TSAM unit.  

Some of your responsibilities will include: 

• Apply methodologies and processes, including computer-based engineering (data analytics) and and tools for the determination of future road maintenance and construction needs, developing strategic options for road network planning, and for road funding purposes.
• Develop and maintain models, visualisations and tools for collecting, analysing and reporting data for strategic planning purposes.
• Provide leadership, technical and management direction to professionals and technical staff working on the road asset valuation annual process.

We recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role. We will assess your experience, knowledge and acquired skills, as well as your potential for development and your personal qualities. To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following: 

Mandatory qualifications and conditions 

• Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.
• Possession of a degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised tertiary institution or corporate membership of the Institution of Engineers, Australia, or qualifications which, in the opinion of the Director General of the Department of Transport & Main Roads are equivalent. 
• Possession of Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) Qualification.  

Requirements of the role

• Experience in project management practices when delivering works to achieve desired business outcomes within given deadlines, scope, quality, cost, and stakeholder expectations.
• Knowledge and experience of engineering principles, techniques, and methods to the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of road infrastructure projects.  

Some of the additional benefits this opportunity offers include:

• Work/life balance, including 'flex time' and flexible work arrangements and a working from home option.
• City location close to active and public transport, with just over a 10 minute walk from Central Station.
• Work with a supportive team, with a high level of training and development invested in each staff member
• Generous leave and superannuation 

For more information on the full list of responsibilities, requirements of the role and how to apply for this exciting opportunity, please read the Role Description and Applicant Guide. 

Mohan Sharma can be contacted on (07) 3066 3732 should you have any questions regarding this role.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  690463 26 Role Description (Word, 574KB)