Team Leader Village Maintenance (Collarenebri)

Walgett Shire Council; Collarenebri; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate from $36.15 to $44.12 AUD

5 weeks annual leave

Long service leave after 5 years

Wellness and wellbeing leave (MyLeave)

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Family-friendly working environment

Job summary

Walgett Shire Council is seeking an experienced Team Leader Village Maintenance to manage the Collarenebri Urban Services team. The role combines hands-on outdoor work with leadership to uphold parks, streets, cemeteries and public spaces to a high standard.

A valid C class driver’s license and WHS Construction Induction are required. You will plan, supervise and coordinate daily maintenance tasks, ensure safety and quality compliance, and contribute to the community by improving local

Qualifications

• Inspects, maintains and operates plant/equipment safely and efficiently.
• Leads and coordinates a maintenance team to meet timeframes.
• Demonstrates safety procedures and commitment to WHS standards.
• Reliable, proactive and able to work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Urban Maintenance team across Collarenebri.
• Ensure work aligns with quality parameters and safety protocols.
• Act as a liaison between Manager Urban Services and the maintenance team.
• Perform practical hands-on tasks and outdoor work as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Manual labour

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Tools

Driver's license

WHS Construction Induction Card

Job description

Team Leader Village Maintenance (Collarenebri)

Job No:WGC281

Healthy outdoor position with task variety and direct community impact

Permanent, fulltime - build a long-term career in local government

Generous benefits including 9 day fortnight, 5 wee ks annual leave, long service leave after 5 years

About the role:

Walgett Shire Council is seeking an experienced and reliable Team Leader Village Maintenance for the Collarenebri-based Urban Services area. This is a permanent, fulltime position working 38 hours per week with every second Friday an RDO.

The Team Leader Village Maintenance actively leads and coordinates the Urban Maintenance team to achieve a high standard of cleanliness, presentation and upkeep across urban infrastructure services located in Collarenebri including (but not limited to) parks, gardens, sporting fields, town streets, street furniture, footpaths, street trees, airport, and cemeteries.

The position is responsible for ensuring that work undertaken is consistent with established quality parameters, safety protocols, and Council's operational priorities.

Working under broad direction and exercising significant independent judgment, the Team Leader Village Maintenance is a trusted point of coordination between the Manager Urban Services and the Urban Maintenance team.

This role would be suitable for someone who enjoys practical, hands-on, physical work, and being outdoors.Candidates will require a valid Class C driver’s license and a WHS Construction Induction Card. Experience in horticulture or landscaping will be highly regarded, as will t ickets in plant operation, chemical safety, chainsaw operation and first aid.

About you:

Success in this position will require:

• possessing the skills necessary to carry out inspections, perform routine maintenance, and operate various plant and equipment safely and efficiently.
• being motivated and hardworking with a practical background in horticulture or similar.
• being physically fit, willing to perform manual labour and to work in adverse weather conditions.
• ability to demonstrate a sound understanding of safety procedures and strong commitment to workplace health, safety and environmental standards.
• ability to lead and coordinate a team to work within timeframes.
• willingness to learn and adapt with operational requirements and priorities.
• being reliable, respectful, with a positive attitude, strong communication skills and willingness to contribute effectively to a team.
• understanding of the importance of public service and taking pride in upholding the reputation of Council and the community.

At Walgett Shire Council, we understand that not every candidate will meet every criterion, and that is perfectly fine, your passion and potential matter most to us.

What we offer:

• Hourly rate ranging from $36.15 to $44.12 depending on your experience, plus superannuation.
• Generous benefits including 5 weeks of annual leave, long service leave after 5 years, and one week each year of wellness and wellbeing leave (MyLeave).
• Professional development opportunities to support your growth and success.
• Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges.
• Exceptional working conditions within a family-friendly and supportive environment.

About us:

Walgett Shire Council serves a large, diverse and unique region in northwestern New South Wales. We provide a broad range of services across multiple communities and are committed to improving service delivery, strengthening long term sustainability and delivering practical outcomes for our residents.

At Walgett Shire Council, our people make a real difference. We offer varied and meaningful work, the opportunity to contribute across a complex organisation, and the chance to be part of a Council that is actively improving how it operates. We are guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability and Responsibility.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation where the work is varied, the challenges are real, and the right person can make a genuine impact.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Walgett Shire Council is a Child Safe Organisation.

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, the Shire includes the towns of Walgett, Lightning Ridge, and Collarenebri, along with the villages of Carinda, Cumborah, Rowena, and Burren Junction, as well as expansive rural areas. With a population of over 7,000, the Shire supports key industries such as agriculture, grazing, grain handling, opal mining, and tourism.

Nestled at the junction of the Namoi and Barwon Rivers, Walgett is rich in history and natural beauty. Once a bustling paddle-steamer port, it is now the northern gateway to the iconic Darling River Run, offering breathtaking landscapes and a deep connection to Australia’s heritage.

Just an hour north, Lightning Ridge is famed for its vibrant opal mining culture and distinctive outback charm. Whether it is fossicking for opals, exploring underground art galleries, soaking in naturally heated artesian springs, or enjoying the tranquillity of river fishing, the region offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

At Walgett Shire Council, we are rebuilding with a people-first culture. Safety, our people, and service to the community are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for passionate and committed professionals who are aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility.