Leading Hand Maintenance

Mackay Regional Council; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18% superannuation

4–5 weeks annual leave + leave loading

9‑day fortnight roster

Salary sacrificing options

Employee wellbeing programs

Employee assistance

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a Leading Hand Maintenance professional to supervise a civil operations team in Sarina. Join us to deliver scheduled maintenance, coordinate staff, and ensure high standards of workmanship with a focus on safety and client service.

You will supervise road and drainage works, perform hands-on tasks, and mentor staff while promoting efficient practices and environmental compliance. A banded Level 5/6 role with competitive salary is on offer.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Civil Construction or ability to obtain within two years.
• QLD “C” Class Drivers Licence or interstate equivalent (transfer within three months).
• Current QLD HR Class Licence or interstate equivalent (transfer within three months).
• Current General Construction Safety ‘White’ Card.
• Current Traffic Management Implementation (TMI) qualifications or ability to obtain within three months.
• Certificate of Competency to operate road construction plant/equipment (roller/loader/backhoe/grader).
• Sound reading/writing and basic numerical calculation skills.
• Strong communication with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team delivering road, drainage, and civil construction activities.
• Plan, organise, and coordinate staff and resources for timely, high-quality work.
• Perform hands-on construction and maintenance as required.
• Lead safety training and promote WH&S compliance.
• Oversee use and maintenance of small plant and equipment.
• Manage traffic control at worksites to protect workers and the public.
• Maintain records and complete paperwork promptly.
• Provide excellent client service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and train team members and support skills development.
• Adapt to changing environments while maintaining high quality and continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff supervision

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Survey equipment use

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

HR Licence (QLD)

White Card

TMI qualification

Tools

Total station

Road construction plant equipment

Loader

Roller

Job description

Leading Hand Maintenance - Flocon

Are you ready to make a real impact on Mackay’s civil infrastructure? We are seeking motivated and experienced Leading Hand Maintenance professionals to join our Civil Operations team in Sarina.

As a Leading Hand Maintenance Officer, you will supervise a team each day to deliver scheduled maintenance and construction activities. You’ll apply your expertise to ensure all work meets high standards, while promoting a positive image of Council through excellent client service, efficient work practices, and the timely, high-quality completion of tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a team delivering road, drainage, and other civil construction and maintenance activities.
• Plan, organise, and coordinate staff and resources to ensure timely and high-quality completion of assigned tasks.
• Perform hands‑on construction and maintenance work as required.
• Champion health and safety by leading training and promoting safe work practices in line with WH&S regulations.
• Oversee the use, maintenance, and minor repair of small plant, vehicles, and equipment.
• Manage traffic control at worksites to ensure safety for workers and the public.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork promptly.
• Provide excellent client service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and train team members, sharing knowledge and supporting skills development.
• Ensure all work complies with environmental legislation and best practice procedures.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Essential

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate III in Civil Construction or ability to obtain within two (2) years.
• QLD “C” Class Drivers Licence or interstate equivalent.
• Note: interstate licences must be transferred to QLD within three (3) months of commencement.
• Current QLD Heavy Rigid Truck ‘HR’ Class Licence or interstate equivalent. Note: interstate licences must be transferred to QLD within three (3) months of commencement.
• Current General Construction Safety ‘White’ Card.
• Current Traffic Management Implementation (TMI) qualifications or ability to obtain within three (3) months.
• Certificate of Competency to operate road construction plant and/or equipment such as roller, loader, backhoe, grader.
• Sound ability to read, write and perform basic numerical calculations to a standard commensurate with the duties involved in the position.
• Sound skills in oral and written communication including the ability to manage clients and key stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain high level of quality assurance in all works performed.
• Ability to read, interpret and understanding basic engineering design drawings and standard drawings.
• Ability to provide high quality customer and client service.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments and/or conditions while maintaining to positive attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and foster a team environment.
• Competent operation of survey equipment including total station and interpreting survey data.

Special Requirements

Willingness and flexibility to work overtime outside normal hours, where required, to undertake assigned tasks.

Why Join Us?

• Base annual salary of $70,471 – $73,016 plus allowances as applicable (the level offered will be determined on the successful candidates’ qualifications and experience. This is a banded Level 5/6 position)
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• 9-day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.