Network Inspector

Primary Location VIC - Clayton Job Description Summary Service Streams VRMC group are on the hunt for a new Network Inspector to join the team About the Role As part of the Victorian Road Maintenance Contract (VRMC) South Central Region Service Stream will be working across Melbourne's south‑eastern suburbs and right down the Mornington Peninsula delivering routine maintenance, emergency response, defect rectification works as well as network refurbishment and upgrade projects under a major long‑term contract with the Victorian Government. Our mission is to deliver safer and more reliable journeys for Victorian road users, keep communities better connected and create a more sustainable road network. And we need great people to help us do that. Reporting to the Inspections Lead, the Network Inspector contributes to safe, compliant and efficient completion of the VRMC Routine Inspection and finishes each day with a virtual or in‑person inspection team briefing. In a typical week you’ll spend around 75% of your time in the field. Key Responsibilities Inspect, assess and report on the status and condition of pavement and roadside assets in line with Section 750 PB requirements, contract specifications and internal processes. Upload inspection data to IRIS (Service Streams Intelligent Road Information System) in line with Section 750 PB requirements and data management processes. Identify hazards requiring urgent rectification following defined work processes, including scoping activities, raising work orders in IRIS and liaising with the Pre‑Works team to prioritise rectification. Consistently meet key performance indicators and scheduled work targets while remaining flexible to adapt to evolving business needs, ensuring all tasks are completed safely and efficiently. Communicate effectively with our Network Intelligence Operations Centre (NIOC) and other stakeholders internally and externally. Contribute to the development and improvement of inspection procedures and processes, including inspection data collection and management processes. Maintain a strong safety focus while operating a vehicle and identifying network issues through attentive and detail‑oriented field inspections. About You Minimum five years experience in a road maintenance or civil works environment. Minimum two years experience carrying out inspections of bridges and/or other structural assets on state or local road networks. Perform inspections with a focus on worker, road user and community safety, complying with legislative standards, contract specifications and internal quality processes. High levels of self‑motivation, exceptional time‑management skills and a proven ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision. Experience with asset databases and GIS‑based systems underpinned by a sound knowledge of asset management principles. Strong verbal communication, data analysis, report writing, computer literacy and administration skills. A current Open Victorian driver’s licence is mandatory. Level 1 Structures Inspector accreditation is desirable but not essential. Formal qualifications (Cert III or higher) in civil construction are a bonus but not essential if you can demonstrate equivalent knowledge and capability. About Us Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX‑listed business that develops and operates Australia’s essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence and social infrastructure industries. We keep communities connected. Benefits of working with us include Flexible working – All flexibility requests are genuinely considered. We want to work with you and your needs. Growth – We are growing and there are opportunities for your career development across our business units. Discounts – Access to hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI‑FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing. Paid leave – Parental, cultural, community service, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available. Culture – We are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion and we recognise and celebrate excellence throughout the year. How to apply Please submit your interest with the apply button where you will be directed to create a profile on our system. We celebrate diversity at Service Stream and would welcome applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, with a disability or neurodivergence and those from LGBTIQA, Veteran or other diverse groups. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process so your application can be submitted to our system and considered for this role, please email . Department Assets & Facilities Employment Type Full‑Time Experience years Vacancy 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr