Works Team Leader

Permanent Position

Our Region
Ingham is uniquely positioned just over an hour north of Townsville and approximately three hours south of Cairns and is within the tropical paradise of the Hinchinbrook Shire. With Ingham at its centre, the region is surrounded by rugged mountain ranges, giant waterfalls, the Great Barrier Reef, wild beaches and tropical islands. It’s a place where breathtaking scenery, unique wildlife, world-class fishing experiences, delicious, locally sourced food, inspirational art and 60,000 years of culture are all weaved into one incredible story: The Hinchinbrook Way. 

The Opportunity
As the Works Team Leader you will be responsible for the delivery of and meeting the state-controlled roads network maintenance obligations via the Road Maintenance Performance Contract (RMPC).
  
To be successful, you will demonstrate personal attributes that are consistent with Councils values of Integrity, People Focused, Excellence and Sustainability and you will possess the following:

Qualifications

• Cert III Civil Construction – Plant Operations (Essential)
• White Card - General Safety Induction (Essential)
• Possess and maintain current C Class Driver’s License (Essential)
• Cert IV Civil Construction - Supervision (Desirable)
• Traffic Control and Traffic Management (Desirable)
• HR License and various plant tickets (RII unit code)
• First Aid Certificate (Desirable)

Skills (Essential)

• Contract Administration
• Staff Management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, procedures and legislative requirements

Experience

• Leading an outdoor workforce engaged in delivering construction and maintenance services (Essential)
• Coordinating road maintenance projects and programs (Essential)
• Experience in a Local Government (Highly regarded)
• Overseeing the administration of an RMPC (Desirable)

Our Council 

Hinchinbrook Shire Council is one of the largest employers in the region with approximately 200 employees working across multiple technical, administrative, operational and senior management roles.  Our team enjoys a fair, equitable and flexible workplace so that our staff can enjoy the many attractions and events that come with living in the Hinchinbrook community. Council offers favourable working conditions including a nine-day fortnight for most roles, generous superannuation and leave entitlements.

What Council Offers

• 76-hour fortnight with roster variations depending on the position (9-day fortnight - RDOs in accordance with Council policy)
• Up to 12.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% annual leave loading
• 15 days paid sick/parental leave
• Salary Packaging options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accredited Mental Health First Aid Officers
• Annual Flu vaccinations + Skin Checks
• Corporate Uniforms (annual allowance) and PPE supplied

General Salary Information

Level 4 $84,397 per annum plus superannuation.

Pre-employment Screening

Pre-employment screening includes Medicals, Drug and Alcohol Testing, and Criminal History Checks to ensure capability to perform the inherent requirements of the role.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements 

Applicants must be able to safely and competently carry out strenuous labouring and manual handling activities.  The position will require the employee to carry out physical tasks which may include manual handling, repetitive bending, kneeling, twisting and/or squatting, lifting, working in confined spaces, and working at heights.

How to Apply 

To submit your application, click 'Apply For Job' and follow the steps. Provide a resume and a maximum 2-page cover letter outlining your relevant suitability and experience.

Closing Date: Friday 19 July 2024

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted.

The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the closing date, whichever is sooner. 

For More Information

Thank you for your consideration and interest in this position. For a confidential discussion, contact Infrastructure Operations Manager, Luke Argent on 4776 4608.

Hinchinbrook Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and disadvantaged job seekers are encouraged to apply. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.