Infrastructure Services Team Leader

Council Jobs; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 113,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Monthly RDO

Flexible work options

Purchased leave options

Generous leave entitlements

Job summary

Banyule City Council is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Services Team Leader to plan, inspect and maintain Banyule's roads, footpaths, drainage and other infrastructure. You will lead a small team of two and a range of contractors to deliver works safely on time and on budget.

You will manage maintenance contracts, specifications and works quantities, keep Road Management Plan inspections on track, and drive improvements in maintenance programs while collaborating with staff and the

Qualifications

• You have a tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering with experience leading road and drainage maintenance.
• You have experience supervising service delivery, contracts and budgets.
• You are a confident communicator who builds good relationships with staff, contractors and the community.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff and contractors to deliver maintenance works, safely, on time and within budget.
• Spot infrastructure issues early, respond to community concerns and help improve maintenance programs to meet Council and community expectations.
• Manage maintenance contracts, specifications and works quantities.
• Keep our Road Management Plan inspections and repairs on track.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Budget management

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Keep Banyule moving, safely and sustainably.

Every day, residents walk our footpaths, drive our roads andrely on our drains to keep their streets safe. This is your chance to lead theteam that looks after them.

As our Infrastructure Services Team Leader, you will leadthe planning, inspection and maintenance of Banyule's roads, footpaths,drainage and other infrastructure. You will guide a small, skilled team of two anda range of contractors to deliver works safely on time and on budget.

What you'll do

• Leadstaff and contractors to deliver maintenance works, safely, on time andwithin budget.
• Spotinfrastructure issues early, respond to community concerns and helpimprove our maintenance programs so they meet Council and communityexpectations.
• Managemaintenance contracts, specifications and works quantities.
• Keepour Road Management Plan inspections and repairs on track.

Why you'll love this role

• Makea visible difference. Your work will have a tangible impact across themunicipality.
• Shapehow we work. You will help develop maintenance programs and influencehow services are delivered.
• Growyour career. This is a great next step for an experiencedinfrastructure professional. You will build your leadership, contractmanagement and asset management experience.
• Leada skilled team. You will work closely with the OperationsInfrastructure Coordinator and manage a team of specialists andcontractors.

This role is part of Banyule’s Leadership Network –you’llhaveopportunities to grow your skills and experience of leadership and develop yourskills as an organisational leader beyond your role-basedexpertise.

What you bring:

• Youhave a tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, with experienceleading road and drainage maintenance.
• Youhave experience supervising service delivery, contracts and budgets.
• Youare a confident communicator who builds good relationships with staff,contractors and the community.

Please review the position description for the complete key selection criteria and requirements for this position.

What’s on offer:

• Apermanent full time role.
• Salaryfrom $113,252.44 to $126,351.47per annum depending on experience, plus super.
• Asupportive workplace with great flexibility and a focus on wellbeing, withhybrid working and a monthly RDO.
• Professionalgrowth and development opportunities to support your careeraspirations.
• Accessa range of flexible work options to support work–life balance.
• Purchasedleave options to provide additional flexibility.
• Generousleave entitlements, including: 26 weeks paid parental leave (primarycarer), 4 weeks paid parental leave (partner), gender affirmation leave,and gendered health leave.
• Ongoinglearning and development opportunities, including health and well-beinginitiatives.
• Driverslicence
• AustralianQualification Framework (AQF) recognised Tertiary qualifications in CivilEngineering

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility:

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity andinclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have areasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you toinform us through your application or email**********@banyule.vic.gov.au

Our Values

At Banyule, ourvalues of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative and inclusion guidehow we work with each other and our community. We are looking for someone whoshares these values and is passionate about creating positive outcomes for ourpeople and the community we serve.

Community Vision

We in Banyule are a thriving, sustainable, inclusive and connected community.We are engaged, we belong, and we value and protect our environment.

Diversity Statement

Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies,sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity,participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, fosterharmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitmentto advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule'sWorkplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2026-2030.

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians

Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peopleas Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided inthe area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.BanyuleCity Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and acceptsthe invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for usall.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment

Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety andwell-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse.All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon.As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safeenvironment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected.Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard andconsidered in decisions that affect their lives.