Lead Road Construction and Maintenance Supervisor

McArthur; St George; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Balonne Shire Council in St George, QLD, seeks a practical Construction Supervisor to lead road construction and maintenance across the region. The role supervises day-labour crews and subcontractors, coordinating plant, equipment and budgets to deliver safe, fit-for-purpose transport infrastructure for communities.

You will plan and schedule inspections, monitor quality, support disaster and emergency response, and engage with stakeholders while maintaining council standards and operational

Qualifications

• Experience leading road construction and maintenance projects.
• Ability to supervise day labour and subcontractors.
• Familiar with policy compliance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily delivery of road and drainage works across the region.
• Plan resources, monitor quality and schedules, and manage budgets.
• Coordinate crews, plant, contractors, and procurement with safety and stakeholder focus.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Civil construction

Budget management

Safety focus

Communication

Team supervision

Education

Certificate IV in Civil Construction

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Balonne Shire Council in St George, QLD, seeks a practical Construction Supervisor to lead road construction and maintenance across the region. The role supervises day-labour crews and subcontractors, coordinating plant, equipment and budgets to deliver safe, fit-for-purpose transport infrastructure for communities.

You will plan and schedule inspections, monitor quality, support disaster and emergency response, and engage with stakeholders while maintaining council standards and operational