Position: Principal Asset Engineer
Department: Infrastructure Gold Coast
The Principal Asset Engineer is responsible for managing the Electrical and Lighting Assets for the Infrastructure Gold Coast Department.
This role represents the Asset Custodian and is responsible for strategic, tactical, and operational matters.
The role will establish a framework, manage, and improve current processes for data collection, transmission, storage, and reporting to support activities such as:
Leading the Gold Coast Infrastructure Directorate in Electrical and Lighting Asset management Representing Gold Coast Infrastructure interests at the Whole of City level Leading strategic & tactical planning, and safety initiatives & improvements across Directorate Responsible for delivery of the Capital Works and OPEX programs for Electrical and Lighting Manage day-to-day operational issues including Councillor requests and Community queries Overseeing Project Management of Asset Capital Program, procurement, and acting as a Council Contract Representative Providing technical assistance in Development applications for Electrical and Lighting Assets About You:
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electrical engineering and asset management, with a proven track record of strategic leadership, operational management, and cross-functional collaboration.
We're looking for people who have:
A Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering 5 years minimum relevant industry experience Hold a Drivers Licence Class C Unrestricted Highly Desirable:
Certificate III Electrotechnology Diploma in Project Management or demonstrated relevant experience Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or have the ability to obtain Benefits:
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations Newly renovated office spaces that provide a fresh, modern environment that promotes collaboration Personal and professional development courses Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year 4% Certified Agreement pay rise due 16 October 2025 We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services.
How to Apply:
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application.
Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience, and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents need to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred.
If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref, and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews, and drug and alcohol testing.
Please note: Applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace.
We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected, and supported.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
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