Senior Engineer – Asset Maintenance Programs

Permanent Senior Engineer – Maintenance Management Programs – Cairns (Relocation Package Available)

An exciting opportunity for an experienced asset management professional to lead and enhance infrastructure maintenance programs within a community-focused council. This role offers the chance to apply deep expertise in managing large-scale assets, driving continuous improvement, and supporting long-term strategic planning aligned with ISO55000 standards.


About the Role:

You will spearhead improvements in tactical maintenance strategies, asset renewal frameworks, and risk-based management, ensuring optimal asset performance and community service outcomes. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you will leverage advanced data systems and analytics to inform decision-making and resource allocation, promoting sustainable infrastructure management.


Key Responsibilities:

• Refine and implement asset management frameworks, including condition assessments, defect elimination, and change management.
• Provide tactical support for maintenance planning, renewal prioritisation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Use asset data and analytics to develop long-term planning tools and optimize maintenance schedules.
• Communicate technical insights to diverse stakeholders, enabling informed, data-driven decisions.

About You:
The ideal candidate will bring significant maintenance management experience within large, multi-disciplinary organisations. A comprehensive understanding of international standards and best practices in asset management is essential. The successful applicant will be skilled in working with sophisticated data systems, engaging diverse stakeholder groups, and converting technical information into practical solutions. Strong communication skills, problem-solving ability, and a collaborative mindset are key to delivering meaningful results that improve asset performance and community outcomes.

This role provides a unique chance to leverage your expertise in a prominent community setting, offering stability, a competitive salary package, and a relocation support package for the ideal candidate.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.