5 Year Contract (1.0 FTE)

Total Employment Conditions (TEC) Package: $169,239 to $175,503

About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced and visionary leader in asset management with a passion for the community? Town of Gawler is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Manager Assets to lead, manage, and oversee our asset management framework, policies, systems, and teams.

Reporting to the Director Infrastructure & Recreation, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the sustainable management of Council's diverse asset portfolio. You will provide strategic leadership, drive continuous improvement, and offer expert advice to enhance the liveability and prosperity of our community. This position.

What you’ll be doing

Leading and driving asset management across all functional areas of Council
Providing strategic asset management services and professional advice for asset life cycle management
Overseeing the development, implementation, and review of Council's Asset Management Plans and Capital Works Program
Leading the management of Council's Property Portfolio and related capital works
Developing and implementing strategic transport and traffic management solutions
Managing budgets and financial performance for the assets portfolio
Leading and developing a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

About Us
Established in 1839, the Town of Gawler is one of South Australia’s most significant historic towns, in one of the state’s fastest growing regions.

As one of the fastest growing Council areas, we take pride in actively engaging our community through regular consultation and readily providing opportunities for our residents to influence important future outcomes. The Town of Gawler provides a progressive, rewarding and flexible working environment with a strong reputation built on collaboration, dedication and skilful fulfilment of community visions.

Town of Gawler is an organisation that celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, supporting the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences of our employees.

Our culture is underpinned by our values: Teamwork, Integrity, Collaboration, Creativity and Positivity.

What’s on Offer
The Town of Gawler is committed to developing a strong organisational culture built on constructive styles and one team thinking. We offer a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued, and you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our community.

The Town of Gawler provides a flexible working environment, ongoing training, professional development, and benefits to support its employees, focusing on recognition and job satisfaction.

Opportunity – 5-year Fulltime Contract
Work Life Balance - Flexible working conditions, 4 weeks’ annual leave (pro rata), sick leave and paid qualification entitlements
Salary - Fulltime position - Competitive Package, $169,239 to $175,503 inclusive of Superannuation, Income Protection and Journey Insurance
Job Satisfaction – Contribute to making a positive impact on the community. Working with a dedicated and supportive team

About You
You are a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills and a commitment to excellence. Combining sound technical capability with strong leadership, communication and project delivery skills, you can work collaboratively across Council, engage effectively with stakeholders and provide clear, evidence-based advice to support sustainable asset decisions.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Tertiary qualifications in Asset Management, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Project Management, or a related engineering/construction-based discipline
Demonstrated experience in asset management, civil engineering, landscape architecture, project management in the private, local, and/or State Government sectors
Proven experience leading and managing staff in budget management, safety, culture, innovation, customer service, project management, and operational excellence
Demonstrated experience in end-to-end asset management, including long-lifespan built assets, renewal programs, and depreciation management
Excellent project and contract management skills
Demonstrated experience with modern asset management systems
A current National Criminal History Record Check with no adverse findings
Eligibility for membership to the Institute of Engineering Australia

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

A relevant postgraduate qualification (e.g., Civil Engineering, Master of Business Administration)
Current, unimpeded South Australia driver's licence and a current and valid White Card
Knowledge and understanding of Local Government or Public Sector Asset management

How to Apply
Applications must be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer and be submitted via email only to **********@gawler.sa.gov.au

To be considered for the position, please address the Selection Criteria in the Position Description that can be downloaded at Infrastructure-and-Recreation-Manager-Assets-Position-Description.PDF within a brief covering letter and current resume.

If you would like to know more about the role please contact David Barrett, Director Infrastructure & Recreation on 08 8522 9***.

Council is an equal opportunity employer that is passionate about embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people that believe they meet the criteria of the position.

Town of Gawler is a smoke, drug and alcohol-free work environment.

Applications close 12pm, Monday 13 July 2026

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