Assets and Contracts Officer (7001)

Network and Group: Infrastructure and Assets Network, City Assets Group
Location: Council Centre
Employment status: Permanent, Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $91,138 to $99,635 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.

About the role

The Assets and Contracts Officer plays a key role in supporting the City Assets Group by managing contracts, maintaining asset data, and contributing to innovative infrastructure initiatives. This position ensures the effective operation and maintenance of streetlight assets, solar panels, and off-street carparks, while also supporting broader asset management planning and systems development. 

Role accountabilities include:

• Manage contracts for electrical supply and maintenance of streetlight assets, including liaison with TasNetworks and private contractors.
• Maintain and update asset registers and GIS systems with data on streetlights, solar panels, and carparks.
• Assist in the development and implementation of asset management systems and contribute to the City's overarching asset management plan
• Monitor solar panel performance and coordinate maintenance and capital renewal works for off-street carparks.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support innovative projects such as smart lighting, EV charging infrastructure, and climate initiatives.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Assets and Contracts Officer PD

About you

You are a detail-oriented and proactive professional with a strong foundation in asset and contract management. Your experience in administrative environments and your technical capabilities equip you to manage complex data systems and support infrastructure projects with confidence and precision. 

You will bring:

• A qualification in Contract Management, Asset Management, or a related field - or a recognised Electrician's License with relevant experience.
• Proven experience in managing contracts and agreements, particularly in a professional or government setting.
• Strong skills in maintaining asset databases and using systems such as GIS, financial management software, and document management platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, with the ability to analyse and present data effectively.
• A commitment to excellent customer service and the ability to respond to enquiries with professionalism and care. 

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you are passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Claire Bryan, Manager City Assets, on 03 6238 2108 or email claire.bryan@hobartcity.com.au.

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 23 November 2025.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

• Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
• Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.