Roads Supervisor

Junee Southern Cross; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 102,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible working conditions

Nine-day fortnight (full-time)

Leave options and support programs

Job summary

AlburyCity is seeking a dedicated supervisor for Roads Maintenance and Ancillary Works in Albury, NSW. You will lead City Works crews, manage staff and contractors, and ensure safe, cost-effective delivery of maintenance programs.

The role requires strong leadership, reporting to the Team Leader City Works, and a commitment to WHS and quality. Working hours align with a 38-hour week and on-site duties at the Albury Depot.

Qualifications

• Formal supervisory qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Construction Induction Certificate required.
• Valid Class C driver's licence mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise City Works crews undertaking civil construction and maintenance.
• Lead a team to deliver services to agreed standards and timelines.
• Manage staff, rostering, performance, and development.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Contract administration

WHS compliance

Communication

Education

NSW Supervisors/Overseer's certificate / Frontline Management certificate

Construction Induction Certificate

Class C Driver's Licence

Job description

Description

Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.

Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.

DIRECTORATE:

Infrastructure, Planning & Environment

CLASSIFICATION:

Grade H

SALARY:

A base salary of $101,528 with competency-based increments up to $117,773 pa + 12% employer contribution to superannuation

REPORTING TO:

Team Leader City Works

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Permanent Full Time

THE POSITION:

Provide leadership, supervision, and coordination of the Roads Maintenance and Ancillary Works crews to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of construction and maintenance programs, meeting required quality standards, project timeframes, and budget objectives.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise City Works Crews as required. These crews undertake civil construction and maintenance works, including but not limited to roads maintenance and ancillary works.
• Supervise and lead an effective and efficient team capable of delivering services to agreed levels and standards.
• Provide effective staff management, including timesheets and rostering, recruitment, performance management and employee development, employee motivation and foster team harmony.
• Manage, administer, and supervise external contractors, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, Council standards, and relevant legislation.
• Implement, monitor, and continuously improve Quality Assurance systems and processes to support the effective delivery of City Works operations.
• Coordinate works with other work groups and AlburyCity Groups to ensure the most effective outcomes are achieved for the AlburyCity.
• Execute works in accordance with AlburyCity's WHS Policies and Procedures and safe construction practices, ensuring all WHS requirements are met by employees, contractors, and any other personnel involved in the works.
• Coordinate and arrange the plant, equipment, materials, and resources required for the efficient delivery of construction and maintenance works.
• Prepare quotations, cost estimates, and budget submissions relating to City Works activities and projects.
• Prepare and provide operational, financial, and performance reports on City Works activities as required.
• Contribute to the development and review of Council's Construction and Maintenance Program.
• Plan, coordinate, monitor, and deliver capital works and maintenance programs to ensure projects are completed within agreed timeframes, budgets, and quality standards.
• Monitor plant and equipment utilisation, ensuring scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, and compliance requirements are effectively managed.
• Liaise and coordinate with public utility providers to facilitate project planning and delivery.
• Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence, and training.
• Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS.
• Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day-to-day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct.

Qualifications

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

• Our People

External

• Our Community
• Statutory Authorities
• Businesses
• Utility Service Organisations
• Material Suppliers and Contractors

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Based on a 38-hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 4.00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines. These times may vary due to operational requirements and will be determined by the supervisor.
• This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 38 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates as agreed with your supervisor.
• This position will be provided with vaccination against the following infectious diseases:
  • Hepatitis B
• This position requires you to wear a compulsory uniform as per AlburyCity’s Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely.
• This position involves working in a predominantly outdoor environment where a varying range of temperatures, weather conditions and walking surfaces may be experienced. The position requires a moderate level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake regular physical activities such as walking, lifting, pulling, pushing along with the capacity to maintain normal manual handling tasks across the workday - depending on the nature of the tasks undertaken. The use of relevant work method statements and appropriate WHS standards are an integral part of the role. A full functional and medical assessment is required for this position.
• This position is delegated with certain powers, authorities, duties, and functions of Council under the AlburyCity Delegations of Authority in accordance with section 378 of the Local Government Act.
• This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testing
• This position is location at the Albury Depot, Wodonga Place, Albury, with occasional/frequent visits to external sites/depots, and AlburyCity Administration Building as required.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Qualified Supervisors Certificate and/or Overseer's Certificate NSW or equivalent, and/or Certificate IV in Frontline Managementor equivalent relevant experience
• Construction Induction Certificate
• Class C (standard) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have & maintain)

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

• Certificate III or IV in Construction or relevant demonstrated experience in civil construction, maintenance or infrastructure delivery.

EXPERIENCE:

• Extensive demonstrated experience in a civil/commercial construction and/or Local Government environment

SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Complete and comprehensive understanding of all Acts, Regulation, Codes and Construction Practices relating to Civil services maintenance and construction
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
• Surveying skills in the use of levels and theodolites
• Sound knowledge of civil construction best practice

Competence and understanding in the following:

• Construction planning and contract administration
• Lifting equipment
• Maintenance management systems
• Material properties and application
• Operation of hydraulic systems
• Purchasing and procurement
• Quantity calculations and estimating
• Record keeping
• Reticulation systems
• Traffic control