Officer Road Inspections

• A varied and challenging role will have the successful applicant perform maintenance inspections to monitor the general serviceability of assets, particularly for the safety of users. 
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $82,559, plus up to 14% superannuation
• Position comes with commuter/operational use of a vehicle. 
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

 About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast.  Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.  

Officer Road Inspections

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $82,559, plus up to 14% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 10th May 2026 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Role Overview

Officer Road Inspector supports the Coordinator Road Operations in the systematic inspection, condition rating and monitoring of Council and TMR road network infrastructure and assets to ensure the timely capture of information relating to defects for the Maintenance Database. It is essential that network infrastructure and assets condition is assessed and monitored to assist with the development of a maintenance schedule to ensure completed in an efficient and timely manner.

Essential Knowledge & Skills:

• Certificate lV in Civil Construction Operations or related field or ability to obtain.
• Previous exposure to road asset inspections and maintenance operations.
• Understanding of risk management principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Exceptional communication skills in the relaying of information.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to work autonomously without supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft suite of products including Word and Excel.
• Experience with maintenance management systems including but not limited to; Assetic, Authority, Reflect, Recover, Assignit,
• Knowledge of relevant contemporary practice and legislative requirements.
• Intermediate computer literacy and experience in using handheld computer devices.
• Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence or above that is current and maintained.
• Construction Industry White/Blue card.

 Essential Requirements: 

• Inspect and condition rate Council and TMR road network infrastructure and assets.
• Routine maintenance inspections to monitor the general serviceability of assets, particularly for the safety of users. Inspections would include but not be limited to, roads, stormwater drainage, kerb and gutter, signs and roadside facilities floodway’s, culverts, footpaths, bridges, pedestrian viewing platforms, shelter sheds and park assets.
• Adopt a condition rating system and undertake inspections to assess the effectiveness of past maintenance and identify current and future maintenance needs to assist in the forecasting of future changes in condition and estimating future budget requirements of structures across the network.
• Identify structural and material defects and appropriate corrective action.
• Monitor and report on all transport assets to ensure future planning is carried out from a well-informed position
• Collect data, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Record information electronically and provide information relevant to daily operations.
• Contractor supervision.
• Deliver outcomes according to the expectations of council’s strategic and operational plans.
• Liaise closely with all areas of Council by delivering a responsive service that satisfies Gympie Regional Council’s Customer Service Standards.
• Support and promote a positive and cooperative team environment, which fosters creative problem solving and shared learning.
• Maintain a positive organizational image which promotes good customer relations and  maximizes the provision of a high level of service to enhance the customer experience.
• Investigate, respond and provide information allocated to the team requiring tact, professionalism and judgement to respond to councilor and public requests or reputation risks in relation to road network activities.
• Champion technology improvements to support a mobile workforce. Contribute to the development of procedures in relation to area of work. Work autonomously, cohesively and collaboratively with other council teams.
• Participate in the development of a healthy and safe workplace. Embracing initiatives, information and training and incorporating safety into all daily activities. Demonstrate safe work behaviors, abiding by procedures, identifying and reporting hazards, and contributing to all aspects of a safe workplace culture.
• Identify new ways to improve work practices in accordance with council's continuous improvement commitment.
• Complete other relevant duties as required from time to time which would generally fall within the scope of this position.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Road Operations Josh Hyam, on 07 5481 0838 or email josh.hyam@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

What we offer?

• Nine day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 14 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here.  You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

Keen to apply? -  Simply follow the instructions below:

1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email. 
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 10th May 2026 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.