Minor Works Lead

Moreton Bay Regional Council; Caboolture; Hybrid; AUD 87,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuter use vehicle

Nine-day fortnight

Salary increases via EBA

STARS study scheme

Novated leases

Job summary

City of Moreton Bay is seeking a site-based civil construction lead to coordinate daily on-site activities and deliver defined work packages across multiple sites. You will lead crews, ensure safety, quality and efficiency, and support larger projects when required.

Ideal applicants have civil construction qualifications, strong site leadership, and a practical understanding of drawings, WHS, and reporting. A commuter vehicle is available, and networking with the team is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Civil construction qualifications or certifications relevant to this role, or equivalent experience in civil construction.
• Construction Induction Card.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver minor civil construction works and assigned activities on site.
• Oversee components of larger projects and coordinate with the broader team.
• Assist with planning and coordination of daily on-site works, optimise labour, plant and materials.
• Monitor progress, workmanship and safety outcomes and report risks to the Construction Team Leader.
• Maintain site records, work diaries and basic reporting requirements.
• Support leaders with site coordination, problem solving and issue resolution.

Skills

Site leadership

Interpret drawings

WH&S knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Civil construction qualifications/certifications

Job description

• $87,301 pa + 12% super (level 3) - effective 1 July + a commuter use vehicle
• 76 hour fortnight
• Location: Site based with a home depot location allocated - please note, whilst this position has an allocated home depot location of Caboolture, the work will be based across various sites within the City of Moreton Bay area and you will typically start and finish on the job site.

This position is responsible for the on site delivery of minor civil construction works, while also contributing to larger construction projects through the delivery of defined activities and work packages.

Taking the lead on site, you'll work alongside the crew to coordinate daily activities, provide practical direction and support, and help deliver works safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

• Leading and delivering minor civil construction works and assigned activities
• Contributing to larger construction projects by overseeing defined components of work and collaborating with the broader team to support coordinated delivery
• Assisting with the planning and coordination of daily on site works, ensuring the effective use of labour, plant and materials within the agreed scope
• Monitoring progress, workmanship and safety outcomes for allocated works, and reporting emerging risks or issues to the Construction Team Leader
• Maintaining site records, work diaries and basic reporting requirements
• Supporting leaders with site coordination, problem solving and issue resolution as required

You have experience delivering civil construction works and taking the lead on site, with a practical understanding of construction methodologies and day to day site delivery.

You'll also bring:

• Working knowledge of civil construction materials, plant, equipment and methodologies
• The ability to interpret construction drawings and maintain accurate site records
• Practical experience coordinating day-to-day site activities and providing clear direction to crews
• A strong understanding of workplace health and safety requirements and safe work practices
• Well-developed communication and problem-solving skills suited to a site based leadership role.

Requirements

• Civil construction qualifications or certifications relevant to this role, or equivalent experience in the civil construction industry
• Construction Induction Card

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day fortnight.
• Negotiated salary increases locked in through our EBA - 4.5% in July 2026 and a further 4% in July 2027 (or CPI capped at 4.5%, whichever is greater).
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline and Mates in Construction program.
• Our Depots have free local parking on site making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Your Future City.

See it. Shape it. Live It.

City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Advertised: 20 Aug 2026 Applications close: 02 Sep 2026 23:55