Team Leader - Maintenance

About the Role

As the Maintenance Team Leader, you will supervise and coordinate Council’s Maintenance Team to inspect, maintain and construct road assets and related infrastructure.

Reporting to the Coordinator Maintenance Works, you will:

• Supervise and coordinate road, footpath and asset maintenance works
• Allocate work, monitor performance and provide coaching to support service delivery
• Build workforce capability through training, mentoring and adherence to Council policies
• Oversee and participate in maintenance activities including pavement repairs, jet patching, vegetation control, line marking, signage, concreting and road furniture
• Operate plant, vehicles and equipment competently
• Analyse work practices and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, safety and asset performance
• Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, Council procedures and site‑specific safety requirements
• Implement and monitor Traffic Control Plans, SWMS and risk assessments
• Promote a proactive safety culture across all maintenance activities
• Calculate quantities, order materials and coordinate plant and equipment
• Monitor resource use to support efficient and cost‑effective service delivery
• Represent Council professionally when interacting with residents, contractors and stakeholders
• Respond to service requests and enquiries courteously and promptly

Team You’ll Lead:

• 1 Jetpatcher Operator
• 2 Skilled Construction Workers
• Up to 2 Casual Employees (as required)

Who We’re Looking For

Essential

• Current Class C Driver Licence
• Demonstrated experience in sealed road, footpath and transport infrastructure maintenance
• Working knowledge of best‑practice road maintenance methods (drainage, concrete work, pavement repairs, vegetation control, signage)
• Proven ability to lead and mentor operational teams
• Practical understanding of plant, tools and equipment, including routine servicing and minor repairs
• Strong commitment to WHS compliance, risk management and safe systems of work
• SafeWork NSW General Construction Induction (White Card)

Desirable

• Certificate III or IV in Civil Construction, Road Construction & Maintenance, Frontline Management or similar
• Current Class HR Driver Licence
• Traffic Control, Chainsaw Operations and Chemical Use certifications

Interested In Applying?

• Carefully download and read the Guide to Applying for Employment, together with the position description to familiarise yourself with the role and application process
• Please upload documents in PDF or word format
• Please note that as part of Glen Innes Severn Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment checks. This may include: reference checks; national criminal police check; functional/medical assessment; qualification verification; Working with Children Check and NDIS verification.
• Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes. Email communication notifications are used for but not limited to: application received, interview booking tools, confirmation of interview, request for references/more information, delay notifications, testing/assessments (aptitude/psychometric/industry specific) and application outcomes (unsuccessful before or after interview)
• Please regularly check your 'junk mail' or ensure our email address jobs@gisc.nsw.gov.au and Pulse email no_reply@lgss.com.au is set to 'trustworthy'

Need More Information Or Assistance?

Council is an EEO employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic, and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply. 

Bernard Smith - General Manager

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