Strategic Asset Management Advisor

This position sits within the Infrastructure and Assets Group who, from planning to maintenance, are dedicated to delivering resilient infrastructure and services that enrich lives today and ensure a thriving future for our community. 

He angituutanga: The opportunity 

Reporting to the Improvement and Systems Lead within our Asset Strategy and Information Team, you’ll play a key role in strengthening how we manage and understand our assets. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and improve asset management practices across the organisation.

As the subject matter expert for our asset management system (IPS/INFOR) you’ll champion its effective use, guide colleagues in best‑practice application, and ensure the system continues to evolve to meet organisational needs. Your expertise will enable us to build maturity in our asset management business processes.

Working collaboratively with colleagues from all areas, you’ll make sure our asset information, tools, and systems are practical, reliable, and genuinely useful for decision‑making. Your insight will help us get the best value from our data and support the effective management of our assets.

As a key asset management influencer within the Council, you’ll build strong, positive relationships and engage proactively with teams and stakeholders. Your ability to connect with others, share ideas, and champion good practice will be essential as we continue to develop a consistent and forward‑thinking approach to asset management.

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

Qualifications and experience:

• Five years’ experience in Asset Management with at least three years’ experience in asset information systems.
• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• A proven track record of thinking differently, acting with integrity, working together and making it happen.
• Working knowledge of Infor IPS asset management system.
• Demonstrated experience in leading specific asset management improvements within large organisations.
• Sound knowledge of asset management financial processes and functions.
• Demonstrated ability to coach asset managers and to be able to explain asset management practices and processes.

Qualities and attributes:

• Committed to asset management improvement including asset information system improvement.
• Solution focused and positive approach to resolving issues and making enduring improvements.
• Ability to work independently and influence other parts of the organisation through collaborative working and positive relationships.
• Self-awareness that mindset is the foundation of performance and an ability to develop self and others in this regard.

He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary? 

Circa $100k dependent on skills and experience.

Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer 

• Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policy.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Two Wellbeing days per year.
• Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted. membership rates for family members.
• Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
• Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now! 

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Applications close on the: 19/04/2026

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.