Roads Team Lead – Grader Operator & Crew Supervisor

Fraser Coast Regional Council; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Annualised allowance

Salary packaging options

Professional development

Employee benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Fraser Coast Regional Council – Hervey Bay QLD is seeking a Team Leader Grader Operator to lead a field-based road maintenance and construction team and run high-level grader operations. This hands-on leadership role combines technical supervision with operational delivery to meet project standards safely and efficiently.

The role requires extensive grader experience, road works knowledge, and a strong emphasis on safety, planning, and stakeholder coordination.

Qualifications

• We require hands-on experience leading field teams with work planning and quality control.
• Experience delivering road and drainage construction to timeframes.
• Strong WHS knowledge and risk controls are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead road construction and maintenance activities including final trim grader operations.
• Supervise field-based crew, allocate work and monitor quality outcomes.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure WHS compliance and traffic controls.
• Provide technical advice and practical solutions for operational delivery.
• Coordinate contractors to maximise efficiency and value for money.

Skills

Grader operations

Road roller operations

Backhoe/Loader operations

Leadership experience

Communication

Record-keeping

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

General Construction Induction (White Card)

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Fraser Coast Regional Council – Hervey Bay QLD is seeking a Team Leader Grader Operator to lead a field-based road maintenance and construction team and run high-level grader operations. This hands-on leadership role combines technical supervision with operational delivery to meet project standards safely and efficiently.

The role requires extensive grader experience, road works knowledge, and a strong emphasis on safety, planning, and stakeholder coordination.