Asset Engineer (Graduate)Summary of the position:- Picton location
- Permanent Full-Time position - 35-hour week
- Salary commencing from $1,406.09 per week + 12% Superannuation
- Access to generous Flex-time provisions and other flexible work provisions
About the opportunity
We are seeking a Graduate Asset Engineer to join our Assets, Transport & Engineering team.
This role is designed as a developmental graduate position, providing hands-on experience, mentoring and exposure to Australian local government asset management practices. You will work closely with experienced engineers and asset professionals while building core technical, analytical and field skills.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with asset inspections, data capture and updating Council’s asset management systems for transport and stormwater assets
- Supporting stormwater and transport asset revaluations, including data validation and contractor review
- Processing ADAC submissions and liaising with Development Engineers and developers
- Assisting with scoping and prioritisation for Council’s 1 year and 4 year Capital Works Programs
- Reviewing contractor-supplied stormwater data and updating the asset register
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their competency for the position by meeting the following essential criteria:
- Completion of a Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) within the last 2–3 years, or currently enrolled in final year.
- Drivers Licence.
- NSW White Card for construction works.
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing workloads.
- Ability to provide high level customer service to internal and external customers in often unusual or complex situations.
What we can offer you:
Located on Sydney’s southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km² of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant, welcoming communities.
Delivering exceptional, high-performing services to our community is fundamental to what we do. We continuously seek opportunities to strengthen our service delivery across and require experienced and qualified professionals to join us in Making Wollondilly even better, together. We actively cultivate a positive and supportive work environment, providing a variety of benefits to support, reward and actively engage our workforce including;
- Learn, develop and grow your career with our Growth Learning Program
- Be acknowledged in our STAR Reward and Recognition program
- Participate in our Educational Assistance Program
- Stay connected with our Health & Wellbeing programs
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Want to find out more?Further Information: Nafizul Akash, Team Leader on 02 4677 9651.
Applications Close: 5:00pm Monday 2 March 2026.
Join us in Making Wollondilly even better together!
Only applications received via Council’s online recruitment platform be considered.
To apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions.
All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks including a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening), police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC.
Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We uphold our responsibility as a child-safe organisation, dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of children and young people. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. We actively provide reasonable adjustments ensuring applicants are supported throughout the recruitment process. 
