Roading Asset Manager

4 days ago

Masterton County, New Zealand Masterton District Council Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year

Masterton District Council is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace; one that embraces the strength diversity brings, and that is truly reflective of the many communities we serve. Through our work, we aim to give genuine and meaningful effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to become a better Te Tiriti partner.

We encourage applications regardless of race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

We strive to be a place where our people can thrive and feel empowered - as part of their team and as individuals - because we believe our organisation should be one where everyone feels supported and included in their role.

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He angitūtanga | The opportunity:

Masterton District Council is offering a permanent, full-time opportunity for a skilled and forward-thinking Roading Asset Manager to join our Infrastructure team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about data-driven decision-making and long-term asset performance.

In this role, you will:

  • Manage and enhance the Asset Work Manager (AWM) database to support accurate road maintenance and renewal planning
  • Monitor asset condition, plan lifecycle strategies, and optimise renewal timing for cost-efficiency
  • Lead transport data analysis to support planning, funding bids (NLTP), and performance reporting
  • Contribute to strategic documents including the Transport Asset Management Plan (TAMP), Long-Term Plan (LTP), and Infrastructure Strategy
  • Support corridor access and temporary traffic management (TTM) functions, including compliance reviews and coordination
  • Collaborate across teams to ensure transport data is integrated into council-wide planning and infrastructure goals

This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on Masterton's transport network while working in a collaborative, future-focused environment.

Further information about this role and about Council can be found by downloading the position description from our website or by contacting Kaine Jaquiery, Roading Services Manager on

He kōrero mōu | About you:
  • Tertiary qualification at graduate or diploma level in relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in asset management.
  • Knowledge of AWM formerly RAMM, lifecycle planning, and condition-based renewal strategies.
  • Strong analytics, GIS, and digital asset management tool capability.
  • Demonstrated competency in transport data analysis, reporting, and performance measurement.
  • Experience contributing to TAMP and/or LTP preparation.
  • A current and valid Driver's Licence
  • Board depth of knowledge on the subject matter
  • Risk management experience
  • Technical audit experience
  • Good communications skills with external stakeholders
  • Knowledge of NZTA investment and funding processes.
  • Local government or consultancy experience on roading networks.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer:

At MDC we look after our people. Benefits for Council staff include:

  • Five weeks' Annual Leave
  • Free medical insurance for you and your family
  • Fifteen days Sick Leave, plus an additional five days' Domestic Leave
  • Annual Wellbeing Allowance
  • Great Parental Leave conditions
  • Flexible working options
  • Developmental opportunities
  • An active social club.

By joining MDC, you'll not only enjoy these benefits but also make a positive contribution to our amazing community

Applying:

If you're enthusiastic about this opportunity and bring the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV, Cover Letter, and completed employment application form (available from our website) to  by 5:00pm on Friday 21 November 2025.​

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