Maintenance Planning Engineer
�� South-East Queensland (between Brisbane & Gold Coast)
Our local council client is seeking an experienced Maintenance Planning Engineer to play a key role in the planning and delivery of road and drainage maintenance programs across a growing region.
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership-focused role where you'll influence asset management strategies, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to critical infrastructure outcomes for the community.
 
The Role
Reporting to the Principal Engineer, you will:

• Develop and manage forward maintenance programs for road and drainage assets
• Lead a small team of technical staff and inspectors
• Analyse asset data and condition reports to inform works planning
• Support budgeting, forecasting and service improvement initiatives
• Contribute to contract management, specifications and tender evaluations
• Provide technical advice and support to delivery teams
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across maintenance practices

This role plays a key part in proactive asset management and long-term infrastructure planning.
 
About You
To be successful, you will have:

• Degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Strong experience in road or civil infrastructure maintenance
• Proven ability in asset management and works programming
• Experience leading teams and managing stakeholders
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills
• Experience with GIS, asset systems or similar tools (desirable)
• RPEQ (or ability to obtain within 12 months) highly regarded

 
What's on Offer

• Long-term opportunity within a stable council environment
• Leadership responsibility with real impact
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunity to drive innovation and continuous improvement
• Competitive salary aligned with experience

 
Apply Now
If you're an experienced engineer looking to step into a strategic maintenance planning role, we'd love to hear from you.