Assets Planner

5-Year Fulltime Fixed Term Contract MOA Level 6Shape the future of Council assets through strategic planning and data-driven decision makingAbout usThe City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, we engage with our community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.We are passionate leaders in many fields, and we exist to enable a better life for our community.We are committed to creating a connected, progressive and resilient City that embraces new ideas, prioritises sustainability, and enhances quality of life. About the roleAn exciting opportunity exists for an experienced asset management professional to join our City Assets team as an Assets Planner. Reporting to the Manager City Assets, you will play a key role in ensuring Council's asset information, planning frameworks and long-term infrastructure strategies support sustainable service delivery to our community.This position leads the development and ongoing improvement of Asset Management Plans, lifecycle modelling, asset valuations, condition assessment programs and long-term asset forecasting. Working closely with internal stakeholders, consultants and finance professionals, you will provide the insights and data required to inform future investment decisions and ensure Council's assets are managed responsibly and effectively.You will also drive continuous improvement in asset management systems, reporting, GIS integration and data governance practices, helping build organisational capability and maturity in asset management. About You:Demonstrated experience developing Asset Management Plans and supporting Long-Term Financial Planning.Strong knowledge of asset management principles, asset valuation processes, condition assessments and lifecycle modelling.Experience managing asset data, asset registers and corporate asset management systems.Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and reporting skills with the ability to inform strategic decision-making.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external consultants. Why work with the City of Unley?For 150 years, the City of Unley has been defined by service to our residents, our businesses, our neighbourhoods, and to each other. Generations of employees and volunteers have been united by a commitment to serve and have contributed to making Unley a place of character, connection, resilience and pride.Building on our proud history, we have an aspiration and a plan to continue to evolve, strengthen our culture and create the conditions for every person to do their best work and make a meaningful impact each day.We believe this is a great time to join us to shape and share in the future. More informationAll enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquiries can be directed to Eleni Vassilopoulos, P&C Advisor, on 8273 8795 or evassilopoulos@unley.sa.gov.auApplications should include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position.Applications close 9am, Tuesday 3 November 2026.We will be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period and may close this advertisement before the specified date.This position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:Facet-5 Personality ProfilingReference Checks Everyone Belongs at UnleyAs part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds, including people living with disability and First Nations Peoples, to apply.We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and a supportive workplace.#S-DNIPosition Description AUD Unley 5061

Assets Planner

  • 5-Year Fulltime Fixed Term Contract 
  • MOA Level 6
  • Shape the future of Council assets through strategic planning and data-driven decision making

About us

The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, we engage with our community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.

We are passionate leaders in many fields, and we exist to enable a better life for our community.

We are committed to creating a connected, progressive and resilient City that embraces new ideas, prioritises sustainability, and enhances quality of life.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced asset management professional to join our City Assets team as an Assets Planner. Reporting to the Manager City Assets, you will play a key role in ensuring Council's asset information, planning frameworks and long-term infrastructure strategies support sustainable service delivery to our community.

This position leads the development and ongoing improvement of Asset Management Plans, lifecycle modelling, asset valuations, condition assessment programs and long-term asset forecasting. Working closely with internal stakeholders, consultants and finance professionals, you will provide the insights and data required to inform future investment decisions and ensure Council's assets are managed responsibly and effectively.

You will also drive continuous improvement in asset management systems, reporting, GIS integration and data governance practices, helping build organisational capability and maturity in asset management.

About You:

  • Demonstrated experience developing Asset Management Plans and supporting Long-Term Financial Planning.
  • Strong knowledge of asset management principles, asset valuation processes, condition assessments and lifecycle modelling.
  • Experience managing asset data, asset registers and corporate asset management systems.
  • Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and reporting skills with the ability to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external consultants.

Why work with the City of Unley?

For 150 years, the City of Unley has been defined by service to our residents, our businesses, our neighbourhoods, and to each other. Generations of employees and volunteers have been united by a commitment to serve and have contributed to making Unley a place of character, connection, resilience and pride.

Building on our proud history, we have an aspiration and a plan to continue to evolve, strengthen our culture and create the conditions for every person to do their best work and make a meaningful impact each day.

We believe this is a great time to join us to shape and share in the future. 

More information

All enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquiries can be directed to Eleni Vassilopoulos, P&C Advisor, on 8273 8795 or evassilopoulos@unley.sa.gov.au

Applications should include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position.

Applications close 9am, Tuesday 3 November 2026.

We will be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period and may close this advertisement before the specified date.

This position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:

  • Facet-5 Personality Profiling
  • Reference Checks

Everyone Belongs at Unley

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds, including people living with disability and First Nations Peoples, to apply.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and a supportive workplace.

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