Team Leader Works Officer
Job No:
COG1864
Location:
Nerang
- Full Time | 9 Day Fortnight | 36 hours
- From $94,439.00 plus superannuation
- Position Brief - Team Leader Works Officer
About the team
The Utilities Network Maintenance is responsible for the operation, maintenance (planned and unplanned) and assessment of the passive assets associated with drinking water, non-drinking water and sewerage networks, pumping stations, tanks, reservoirs and associated civil and structural facilities.
The branch is responsible for the delivery, under normal conditions, of a continuous supply of safe and reliable drinking water. During emergency situations, Asset Reliability will coordinate the provision of drinking water to critical customers and service areas and will restore services as quickly as possible, when interruptions have occurred.
About the role
Under the direction of the Supervisor Programmed Civil Maintenance:
- Manage and coordinate internal and contractor resources to deliver defined outcomes within the planned maintenance area
- Oversee the development and delivery of maintenance plans, including administration of the program within SAP
- Undertake audits and compliance inspections to ensure operational compliance, quality control and adherence to specifications, policies and procedures
- Contribute to an atmosphere of responsible safety, quality and environmental performance in accordance with organisational, department and branch objectives and standard operating procedures.
- Ensure all work is performed to meet safety, environmental and legislative requirements and responsibilities of the Gold Coast City Council.
- Contribute to workflow management, performance auditing and continuous improvement for the asset management of Water & Waste civil assets.
We’re looking for people who have:
- Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations or relevant equivalent knowledge and / or experience
- Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision or relevant equivalent knowledge and / or experience
- C Class Drivers Licence Unrestricted (Mandatory)
- General Construction Induction Card (White) (Mandatory)
- You take pride in your work and have a passion for our City
- You have a high-level of customer service and communication skills, a can-do attitude, and the ability to think on your feet
- You work well in a team environment and have the ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team
- You possess sound physical health in order to satisfactorily perform the physically demanding duties of the position
- You possess effective numeracy and literacy skills
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
- 9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!
- Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
- 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
- A stable working environment with job security
- A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
- Uniform, tools and PPE provided
- A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
- Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
- Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.
How to apply
To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.
Contact Person Alexandra McNulty
Contact Email amcnulty@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Closing Date Thursday, 02 July 2026 at 11:59pm AEDT
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.