Taroom Regional Construction Team Lead

Banana Shire Council; Taroom; Remote; AUD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

12% Superannuation

Locality Allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Relocation assistance

Professional development support

Job summary

Banana Shire Council is seeking a Construction Supervisor to lead civil works within the Council’s Works Program. You will plan, supervise and deliver construction and maintenance projects, coordinating staff, plant and resources to meet schedules and quality standards.

The role requires a strong supervisory background, heavy vehicle experience and knowledge of road construction, with a focus on safety, QA, and stakeholder engagement. Taroom-based position with regional community benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to plan, estimate and program civil infrastructure construction projects.
• Supervisory experience with the ability to lead a team.
• Demonstrated experience operating heavy vehicles within a construction environment.
• Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques.
• Sound literacy, numeracy and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Supervisor with project planning and monitoring, including availability of staff, plant, equipment and materials.
• Provide technical advice and leadership to employees.
• Act in the role of Supervisor when required.
• Implement project plans and works schedules and report variances.
• Ensure quality control to meet QA and environmental standards.
• Carry out general labouring duties and operate small plant items.
• Implement traffic control plans as required.
• Read and interpret plans and instructions.
• Deliver on-the-job training and respond to requests from customers and colleagues.
• Participate in toolbox and team meetings and promote Council image.

Skills

Project planning

Supervisory experience

Heavy vehicle operation

Road construction knowledge

Literacy and numeracy

WHS awareness

Education

Queensland class ‘C’ driver’s licence

Qld General Safety Induction - White/Blue Card

ITMP Qualification

Traffic Controller Competency

Level II Chainsaw Operations Certificate

Other Plant Operator Tickets

Job description

Banana Shire Council is seeking a Construction Supervisor to lead civil works within the Council’s Works Program. You will plan, supervise and deliver construction and maintenance projects, coordinating staff, plant and resources to meet schedules and quality standards.

The role requires a strong supervisory background, heavy vehicle experience and knowledge of road construction, with a focus on safety, QA, and stakeholder engagement. Taroom-based position with regional community benefits.