Team Leader - Road Construction & Maintenance
Job No:
88112
Location:
Junee, NSW
- Exciting leadership opportunity delivering road and infrastructure construction and maintenance projects
- Progressive and proactive Local Government organisation in Junee, NSW
- Full-time role with attractive package circa $63,000 + salary sacrificing and tools of the trade
About Junee Shire Council
Junee Shire Council is a dynamic and innovative local government organisation tackling significant issues at a social, economic and practical level on behalf of its residents. Recent Local Government Reform process has seen Junee Shire retain its independence as a Council, maintaining full political and managerial independence over Council activities and ensuring long term job security for all employees.
Junee Shire Council is progressive and proactive. With approximately 70 employees, Junee Shire Council is proud to have an agile workforce dedicated to meeting the needs of the community.
About the Opportunity
Junee Shire Council now has an opportunity for a Team Leader - Construction and Maintenance to join their Road and Infrastructure Maintenance team on a permanent, full-time basis. This role is based in Junee - a small town in the picturesque Riverina region of NSW.
Reporting to the Works Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading a small team to deliver road and other infrastructure construction and maintenance projects; focusing on optimising productivity, quality work, safety, and environmental outcomes and standards.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing strong leadership, direction, and guidance to staff;
- Supporting team performance, with daily toolbox meetings, one-on-one discussions, on the job training, and WH&S awareness;
- Managing daily planning of work tasks and assignments to complete assigned work;
- Monitoring works progress, anticipating issues and preparing pre-emptive solutions;
- Ensuring Workplace Health & Safety policies and procedures are adhered to during all projects; and
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation via electronic mobile devices in the field.
To be successful in this position you will have the following:
- Certificate III in Civil Construction or similar, or the willingness to obtain;
- Current Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control Plans tickets or be willing to obtain;
- A current MR Licence;
- A current White Card;
- Demonstrated prior experience in a similar civil construction role, such as earthworks, roads, stormwater, sewerage mains, pavement construction, and maintenance; and
- Demonstrated competency in operating heavy plant machinery such as excavators, rollers, and graders.
This is a leadership position and as such, Council is looking for candidates with strong leadership ability and a strong focus on managing relationships. While previous leadership experience would be an advantage, what's most important is your ability to influence and motivate a team and gain the trust and respect of your employees whilst adapting change as required. You will have strong attention to detail, be a clear and concise communicator, and provide technical advice and guidance as needed.
On offer to the successful candidate is an attractive salary package circa $63,000 commensurate with skills and experience. In addition, you will have access to salary sacrificing options and penalty rates for overtime and on-call work to increase your take home pay.
This position is a highly rewarding opportunity to take the next step in your career whilst joining a secure, stable local Council. You’ll reap the benefits of working with a rapidly growing and thriving local Council alongside working in a collaborative and welcoming team.
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