Asset Planning - Project Officer

Asset Planning - Project Officer

City of Busselton | Engineering and Facilities Services

Closing date: 02/08/2026
 

• Permanent full time
• $97,099 - $103,426 + super
• Relocation assistance considered if required
• Generous superannuation scheme up to 15.75%
• Excellent employee benefits including the potential to salary package a novated lease vehicle and housing, gym membership, and corporate health discounts

Are you passionate about infrastructure planning and delivering projects that make a real difference in the community?

Why work for the City:

An opportunity to be part of one of the most progressive, diverse and ambitious Local Governments in the state. We offer a rewarding career in an innovative and fast paced organisation, with ample opportunity for training and career development. We are a supportive and close-knit team who enjoy working together and value a congenial work environment.

About the role:

In this key role, you will help plan and develop a diverse range of infrastructure projects - from roads, paths and drainage networks to coastal infrastructure, car parks, bridges and public transport facilities.

What you’ll be doing:

• Investigating and defining project scope requirements, developing project documentation and cost estimates.
• Managing consultants undertaking studies, investigations and design work.
• Supporting grant funding applications and project business cases.
• Coordinating stakeholder consultation and engagement activities.
• Assisting with statutory approvals and agency clearances.
• Contributing to the City's Capital Works Program and annual budgeting processes.
• Responding to infrastructure-related customer enquiries.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Tertiary or Diploma qualifications in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline; alternatively, substantial relevant industry experience.
• Experience in municipal engineering, asset planning or infrastructure project delivery.
• Knowledge of roads, footpaths, drainage networks and public infrastructure assets.
• Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation or similar CAD software.
• Experience using GIS software such as QGIS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.

Pre-employment requirements:

• Current C Class Driver’s Licence
• Construction Awareness White Card
• National Police Clearance
• Right to work in Australia

Apply: Please click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. Please remember to attach a copy of your current resume and cover letter.

Enquiries: David McKenna: Senior Technical Officer Design and Asset Management on (08) 9781 0329 or Human Resources on (08) 9781 1727.

Closing date: Applications are invited until 4.30pm on Sunday, 2nd of August. Screening of applications may take place throughout the advertising period.

The City of Busselton aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from Aboriginal Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability and people of all ages.

Attachments:
- Position Description - Est 482 Asset Planning - Project Officer July 2026.pdf