Team Leader (Concreter/Formsetter)

Rockhampton Regional Council; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive Work/Life Balance

Strong values-driven culture

12% employer superannuation

Salary sacrifice options

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Wages paid fortnightly

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking a hands-on leader to head a crew delivering essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the region. You will coordinate construction and maintenance activities, drive high-quality workmanship, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

This role combines technical leadership with strong people management, offering a stable environment, ongoing development, and a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in structural concrete construction.
• Experience with formwork and reinforcing steel.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage crews.
• Commitment to safety, quality and compliance.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a crew delivering water and wastewater projects.
• Ensure high-quality workmanship and adherence to standards.
• Plan and manage construction and maintenance activities.
• Promote safe working practices and regulatory compliance.
• Foster productive relationships across the team and community.

Skills

Leadership

Concrete construction

Formwork & reinforcement

Quality workmanship

Safety compliance

Job description

• Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• $85,343 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 6 + Site Allowance + Leading Hand Allowance 2) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Step into a hands-on leadership role where you'll lead and inspire a crew delivering essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects that support the community every day.

You will coordinate construction and maintenance activities, drive high-quality workmanship and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. With a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail, you'll play a key role in delivering durable infrastructure and successful project outcomes. This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise, leadership skills and commitment to excellence while making a tangible impact across the region.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Extensive experience in structural concrete construction, including form setting and steel reinforcement placement.
• Extensive experience in concrete finishing, with experience in exposed aggregate essential.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coordinate and support a crew to achieve safe and efficient project outcomes.
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to prioritise workloads and adapt to changing operational needs.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring all work meets specifications, quality standards and compliance requirements.
• A positive team-focused attitude with strong communication skills and a commitment to building productive relationships with colleagues, supervisors and the community.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

• A cover letter outlining your relevant skills, experience and qualifications, and telling us why you're the right fit for this exciting opportunity;
• Your Current resume.

Applications Close: Monday 28 September 2026 at Midnight (AEST)