Why Work with Us?

At Main Roads we are committed to delivering a world-class road network and creating positive, lasting impacts for WA communities. We play a critical role in overseeing the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations of major roads and highways across the State.

We work closely with our portfolio partners, Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure and Public Transport Authority as well as local governments to support the needs of all road users across the state by providing an integrated world-class road transport network. As we continue to grow and improve, we are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Asset Engineer.

About the opportunity:

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Asset Engineer to join the Electrical Asset Management team. This role is responsible for managing the Electrical Asset Management Investment Plan, developing Annual Works Programs, and identifying asset renewal and remediation priorities for Main Roads' electrical and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) assets.

You will provide specialist technical advice on asset planning, performance and lifecycle management, oversee the quality of asset data within SPARKS, and contribute to maintenance and renewal strategies that maximise whole-of-life value. The role also supports business case development, investment prioritisation and asset performance improvement initiatives.

You will also be working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors and delivery teams, you will support asset handover, asset acceptance processes, asset information management and the evaluation of emerging technologies to improve network performance and reliability.

To be successful in this role you will have substantial experience in electrical asset management, including asset investment planning, renewal and replacement programs, lifecycle management and maintenance strategy development. You will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to translate asset performance information into practical investment and maintenance recommendations.

You will also demonstrate knowledge of ITS and electrical infrastructure, together with the ability to provide sound technical advice across a broad range of asset management matters.

Bring your strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and communication skills, along with  a sound engineering judgement and a commitment to continuous improvement in the management of electrical and ITS assets.

Please refer to the job role statement for a full list of responsibilities.

What We Offer:

At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation who supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.

In addition to rewarding work, and the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:

• Competitive salaries, including 12% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements
• Attractive leave provisions
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing focus.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following as part of your application:

1. A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
2. A statement outlining substantial skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than four (3) pages

• Electrical asset management and the preparation of asset investment plans including asset replacement and remediation.
• Intelligent Transport System (ITS) applications, solutions and systems
• Research, analysis and problem solving
• Managing financial, technological, physical and other resources within agreed allocations to meet agreed outcomes.

For questions about the role, please contact Steve Howells on 9265 5369 – not to be contacted for assistance with application.

General Enquires and Support:

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone, including people with disability.  If you require any adjustments in the selection process due to circumstances including disability, health conditions, neurodiversity, caring responsibilities, cultural requirements, please let us know - we’re here to support you. Any information you share will be treated respectfully and confidentially and requesting assistance won’t affect your application or employment opportunities

For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact Katie Yates on (08) 9323 6256 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.

Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to complete and submit your online application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

We're building a diverse workforce

At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible.

We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!

Additional Information 

All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical questionnaire as part of this recruitment process.

Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.

To help us find the best candidate we may undertake an executive search.