Water Industry Team Leader

Redland City Council; Cleveland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Generous leave

Wellbeing support

Novated leasing discounts

Employee lifestyle perks

Job summary

Redland City Council is recruiting for a Water Industry Worker – Team Leader to guide a field crew in delivering essential water and wastewater infrastructure across Redland City. The role blends hands-on leadership with technical oversight, including maintenance, repairs, and non-routine construction, while mentoring staff.

The successful candidate will have proven water industry experience; a Certificate IV is valued and leadership qualifications may be pursued on the job.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the water industry.
• Experience leading field crews and delivering maintenance/construction in water infrastructure.
• Strong WHS knowledge and safety leadership demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew to deliver safe, timely field maintenance and construction outcomes.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and foster a collaborative team culture.
• Ensure works comply with water industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and on‑site problem solving.
• Maintain accurate records and engage with customers professionally.

Skills

Team leadership

Water/wastewater maintenance

Field operations

Safety leadership

Problem solving

Customer communication

Decision making

Record keeping

Education

Certificate IV Water Industry Operations

Job description

We're recruiting for current and future Team Leader vacancies. Applications will be assessed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be contacted for interview throughout the advertising period. We encourage interested applicants to apply early, as positions may be filled as suitable candidates are identified.

Join our team as a Water Industry Worker - Team Leader (multiple positions)

Ready to take the next step in your water industry career? Due to continued investment in our City Water team, we're seeking expressions of interest from experienced water industry professionals for current and future Water Industry Worker Team Leader opportunities. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as part of a rolling recruitment process.

As a Water Industry Worker Team Leader, you'll combine your technical expertise with hands‑on leadership, guiding a skilled field crew to deliver essential services that keep our community running. From reactive maintenance and network repairs to non-routine construction and property connections, you'll play a key role in maintaining critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Redland City.

This is more than just a leadership role. It's an opportunity to help shape a growing team, mentor staff, and contribute to the continued improvement of our services while remaining actively involved in field operations.

We're particularly interested in people with strong practical experience in the water industry. While a Certificate IV is highly regarded, we welcome applications from experienced industry professionals who are keen to further develop their leadership capabilities and complete formal qualifications as part of the role.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading a crew to deliver safe, timely, and high‑quality maintenance and construction outcomes in the field
• Overseeing day‑to‑day operations while fostering a collaborative, fair, and supportive team environment
• Ensuring all works comply with relevant water industry standards, regulations, and best practices
• Promoting and maintaining a strong safety‑first culture across all activities
• Providing technical guidance and hands‑on problem‑solving support in the field
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in work methods and processes
• Maintaining accurate records, including job costing, reporting, and system updates
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers and stakeholders through clear and professional communication

Skills and experience:

• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support a field‑based work crew
• Experience delivering water/wastewater maintenance and construction services
• Strong interpersonal skills, including training, motivation, and conflict resolution
• Physical capability to perform a wide range of manual and labouring tasks
• Solid knowledge of WHS regulations and commitment to safety leadership
• Customer‑focused mindset with the ability to negotiate and resolve issues
• Confidence making decisions in complex operational environments
• Strong administrative, record‑keeping, and communication skills

Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying - it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

Why this role stands out:

Enjoy great work‑life balance with a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO) & 38 hour work week (reducing to 36.25 hours per week in November 2026)

Operational use of a Council vehicle + career progression support

Lead a supportive and safety‑focused team

Working for us means enjoying diverse work and gaining opportunities to grow in a region of outstanding natural beauty - Redlands Coast. In return for your passion and commitment to making a meaningful and ongoing contribution to our naturally wonderful community, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you.

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… on beautiful Redlands Coast.

More reasons to love working with us:

• Professional development – job-specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through LinkedIn Learning. We invest in your growth from day one.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave with leave loading, 15 days personal/carer’s leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and additional flexible leave options to support your lifestyle.
• Rewarding role‑specific allowances recognising the responsibilities, skill, and impact of your position.
• Mental health and wellbeing support – access to EAP, external providers, training, and awareness programs to foster openness and reduce stigma.
• Exclusive employee lifestyle perks – discounts, cashback, health benefits, and savings on essentials, travel, tech, dining, and car ownership through novated leasing, plus employee banking benefits.
• Optional purchased leave available after probation.
• Incentives for returning from parental leave including credited leave and superannuation benefits.

View more great employee benefits here.

Who we are:

Redlands is proud to rank among Queensland’s Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing in the SGS Cities and Regions Wellbeing Index – confirming our community as a great place to live, work, and grow.

Redland City Council is a local government organisation proudly serving the Redlands Coast community. From maintaining roads, parks, waterways and islands, to delivering essential services like waste, water, libraries, and community events – we support the city’s day‑to‑day life and long‑term growth. With over 1,200 employees across diverse teams, we’re committed to shaping a thriving, sustainable region that our community is proud of.

Guided by ourValues, we’re proud of the work we do and the people who make it possible. Visit our careers page to learn more about the stories of our incredible team.

You’ll hold:

• a Current Class C driver’s licence
• a Heavy Rigid (HR) licence, or ability to obtain within 2 years of employment
• a Construction White Card (Work Safely in the Construction Industry)
• Aqua, Brown, and Green Card training, or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment

You’ll have:

• a Minimum of4 years’ experience in the water industry
• the ability to participate in the after‑hours on‑call roster, including weekends and public holidays
• the ability and fitness to perform manual and physically demanding tasks
• the ability to obtain and maintain aConfined Space Entry Certificate
• the ability to comply with all mandatory licensing and regulatory requirements as specified in applicable industrial instruments, and Redland City Council policies and procedures.
• a Certificate IV Water Industry Operations (or equivalent) or the ability to obtain this on the job qualification within 2 years of employment
• have completed the required training, assessments, and/or Verification of Competency (VOC) for operating: Backhoe, Excavator, Class B High‑pressure water jetting equipment, Vacuum truck and Jet rodder truck, or ability to obtain within two years of employment

Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal history check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Ready to join us?

We do not accept email, hard copy or third‑party applications.

You may choose to use AI tools when preparing your application, but please ensure your application truthfully reflects your own experience, achievements and alignment to the role.

For more information about this position (201930), please contact Marek Miller on 0479 190 ***.

This is an ongoing recruitment campaign. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period. The advertisement will remain open until Council's recruitment requirements have been met.

At Redland City Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community.

To support an inclusive recruitment experience, please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment or interview process by contacting ***********@redland.qld.gov.au