Senior Civil Team Leader - 9‑Day Fortnight & Early Hours

Council Jobs; Burwood; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Health and well-being initiatives

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Burwood Council is seeking a Senior Team Leader for Civil Construction & Maintenance to supervise a small team of Team Leaders, labourers and contractors. The role covers delivery of roads, footpaths, drainage works and other assets with a focus on safety and quality.

You will balance planning with on-site supervision, manage contractors and procurement, and ensure works are completed to high standards. The position offers a 9-day fortnight and a practical leadership environment in Burwood.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in supervising civil teams.
• Experience in civil construction, maintenance and drainage works.
• Strong communication and organisational skills with safety focus.
• Competence in operating minor plant and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team to deliver civil works and maintenance programs.
• Oversee scheduling, rostering and performance management.
• Manage contractors and procurement processes.
• Ensure compliance with WHS and environmental standards.
• Operate plant and equipment when required.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors and the community.

Skills

Leadership experience

Civil construction

Maintenance works

Drainage works

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Safety compliance

Plant operation

Assetic Mobility

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent

Tools

Assetic Mobility

Job description

Burwood Council is seeking a Senior Team Leader for Civil Construction & Maintenance to supervise a small team of Team Leaders, labourers and contractors. The role covers delivery of roads, footpaths, drainage works and other assets with a focus on safety and quality.

You will balance planning with on-site supervision, manage contractors and procurement, and ensure works are completed to high standards. The position offers a 9-day fortnight and a practical leadership environment in Burwood.