Team Leader - Civil Infrastructure

Wingecarribee Shire Council; Moss Vale; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Wingecarribee Shire Council in Moss Vale NSW is looking for a Team Leader – Civil Infrastructure to lead field crews delivering programmed and reactive civil works. You will coordinate daily activities, allocate resources, monitor productivity and ensure safety and quality across sites.

This permanent full-time role offers a salary range of AU$82,918 to AU$96,364 per year plus 12% superannuation, a 38-hour week with a rostered day off every fortnight and significant development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating civil construction and maintenance plant.
• Experience leading civil maintenance and/or construction crews.
• Knowledge of civil construction standards, specifications and safe work practices. Ability to interpret basic plans, drawings and specifications.
• Experience coordinating plant and materials across worksites.
• Experience using works management scheduling systems.
• Strong communication and leadership capability.
• Current HR Driver's licence (or willingness to obtain within 3 months).
• Traffic Control Certification (PWZ).
• Certificate IV in Civil Construction, Road Construction or equivalent.
• Certificate IV in Leadership and Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews delivering programmed and reactive civil maintenance and construction works.
• Coordinate daily activities, allocate resources, monitor productivity and quality.
• Oversee WHS requirements and coordinate plant, equipment, materials and contractors.
• Provide coaching and support to team members and apprentices.
• Report progress, site conditions, risks and issues to Supervisors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Planning & scheduling

Team supervision

Operations coordination

Driver's license

Education

Certificate IV in Civil Construction or Road Construction

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

Traffic Control Certification (PWZ)

HR Driver's licence

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Wingecarribee Shire Council – Moss Vale NSW

$82,918 - $96,364 a year

Full time, Permanent

1d ago , from Wingecarribee Shire Council

Applications close: 18 October 2026
Team Leader – Civil Infrastructure
2 x Permanent full-time positions
38 hours a week + Rostered day off every fortnight
Salary: $82,918.16 - $96,364.07 + 12% Superannuation per annum

What You'll Do

As a Team Leader - Civil Infrastructure, you’ll lead and supervise field crews delivering programmed and reactive civil maintenance and construction works. You’ll coordinate daily activities, allocate resources, monitor productivity and ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

You’ll oversee WHS requirements, coordinate plant, equipment, materials and contractors, and provide hands on coaching and support to team members and apprentices. You’ll also keep Supervisors informed through accurate reporting on progress, site conditions, risks and emerging issues, helping ensure smooth and effective delivery of civil infrastructure works.

Why Wingecarribee?

Wingecarribee Shire sits at theheart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, renowned for its natural beauty,vibrant towns, and strong sense of community. We are proud to serve a regionwith a thriving local economy and a lifestyle that balances career opportunitieswith wellbeing.

As a forward-thinking Council, weare committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future.Guided by our Community Strategic Plan 2035, we focus on deliveringhigh-quality services that support our community while protecting the unique characterof our Shire.

By joining Wingecarribee ShireCouncil, you’ll be part of an organisation that values teamwork, innovation,and continuous improvement, where your skills make a real difference to theplaces our community lives, works, and enjoys.

You’ll also get to enjoy:

• Attractivesalary package + 12% superannuation
• Rostered dayoff every fortnight
• Health &wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
• Careerdevelopment & learning support – Tertiary assistance available
• Salarypackaging options available - make the most of your income
• The WelcomeExperience - The Welcome Experience is a free service for essential workers andtheir families who are considering moving to or have moved to regionalNSW. Local Connectors make moving easierby helping you find a home, schools, childcare, job opportunities for yourpartner, and connections within the community. nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
• Community & social engagement –Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities,and community initiatives that bring our staff and residents together.
• Recognitionthrough our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

What You'll Need

• Demonstrated experience operating civil construction and maintenance plant.
• Demonstrated experience leading civil maintenance and or construction crews.
• Strong working knowledge of civil construction standards, specifications and safe work practices. Ability to interpret basic plans, drawings and specifications.
• Experience coordinating plant and materials across worksites.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of computer applications or works management scheduling systems.
• Sound communication and leadership capability.
• Current HR Driver's licence or willingness to obtain within 3 months.
• Traffic Control Certification (PWZ).
• Certificate IV in Civil Construction, Road Construction or equivalent industry experience.
• Certificate IV in Leadership and Management.

Other Requirements

• Maintain a current driver's licence without restriction and ability to operate manual transmission
• Complete a satisfactory pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencement
• Participate in on-call roster and overtime where required

Applicationsthat do not address the essential criteria may not be considered.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an EqualOpportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We stronglyencourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people,veterans, and persons with a disability. If you require reasonable adjustmentsduring our application process, please contact us at*******@wsc.nsw.gov.au, by phone on1300 680 *** or by visitingour office at 68 Elizabeth St, Moss Vale.