Works Manager

McKinlay Shire Council; McKinlay Shire; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Council housing

Company vehicle

Relocation support

Professional development

Health insurance discount

Fitness program access

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

McKinlay Shire Council in Julia Creek, QLD, is seeking a Works Manager to lead planning, delivery and maintenance of council works and infrastructure projects on-site. You will coordinate road, drainage and civil works, supervise crews and contractors, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Regular reporting and stakeholder liaison are required. The role demands strong experience in civil construction, roadworks and WHS compliance, with a C-class driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil construction with supervision of crews and contractors.
• Knowledge of budget, scheduling, and cost control in civil works.
• Strong focus on safety, risk management and WHS compliance.
• Familiarity with Roading/Infrastructure projects and standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual maintenance and works programs.
• Coordinate maintenance, construction and minor capital works safely and on time.
• Monitor project progress, budgets and quality standards.
• Liaise with residents, suppliers and stakeholders to deliver services.
• Prepare monthly activity reports and optimize resource use.

Skills

Civil construction

Crew supervision

Cost control

Safety compliance

License held (C-class)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Works Manager inJulia Creek!

McKinlay Shire Council is a local government authority dedicated to serving the needs and interests of McKinlay Shire residents. The Council is often the first point of contact for community members seeking support, information, or solutions related to local government services. Team members work closely with the public to ensure services are delivered efficiently, transparently, and in line with community expectations. Joining the Council offers the opportunity to contribute directly to local infrastructure, community well-being, and long-term regional development.

This position is based in Julia Creek, the administrative centre of McKinlay Shire.Julia Creek is located in the heart of the North West, 650 kilometres west of Townsville and approximately 2.5 hours drive east of Mount Isa.Mount Isa offers direct flights to Brisbane, and Julia Creek has the option of REX flights to Mount Isa and Townsville three days per week. Julia Creek has a population of approximately 400 people; however, the Shire’s population is close to 1000 residents.

Julia Creek is a friendly community which offers an abundance of facilities and opportunities for its residents.The facilities include medical centre, 24/7 accessible gym, swimming pool with water slides, dog park, bike safety park and indoor sports centre and tennis courts just to name a few.Recreational activities also are plenty with many great annual events (Races, Rodeos, Campdrafts, Arts & Cultural Workshops) taking place in the region.

The role :

The Works Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in McKinlay, QLD, responsible for overseeing the planning, delivery, and maintenance of Council works and infrastructure projects. Day-to-day tasks include coordinating road, drainage, and civil works programs, supervising works crews and contractors, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. The Works Manager monitors asset condition, schedules maintenance and repairs, and implements quality control and workplace health and safety procedures. The role also involves preparing reports and work schedules, managing equipment and materials, and collaborating with other Council departments to support effective service delivery. Regular communication with residents, suppliers, and stakeholders is required to respond to service requests, provide updates, and maintain strong community relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual and long-term maintenance and works programs;
• Coordinate all maintenance and construction works;
• Develop, implement and monitor appropriate key performance indicators or milestone achievements;
• Plan, coordinate and supervise maintenance, construction and minor capital works activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards;
• Ensure that all workplace health and safety standards are communicated to and followed;
• Liaise with all appropriate internal and external stakeholder groups before, during and after maintenance and minor construction works are completed;
• Prepare monthly reports on the activities within the area of responsibility;
• Liaise with DEERS on the programming of works and the utilisation of resources;
• Manage the delivery and reporting requirements of externally funded programs, including RMPC, RPC, Roads to Recovery (R2R), TIDS and Disaster Recovery funding programs;
• Provide input into Council’s future works programs and budgets;

About you

• Proven experience in civil construction, including the supervision of crews, programming, scheduling and cost control.
• Previous experience working within Local Government will be well regarded.
• Experience in flood repair or recovery works will be well regarded.
• Sound knowledge of TMR Specifications.
• Knowledge and understanding of legislative requirements relevant to the position, including work health and safety and risk management.
• General Construction Safety Card.
• Minimum C class driver's licence.

Why Join Us?

Council understands that relocating to a remote regional community is a significant decision. We are therefore offering a comprehensive remuneration and benefits package designed to make the opportunity professionally, personally and financially attractive.

The package includes:

• Attractive Base Salary of $150,000 - $170,000 per annum, depending on skills, qualifications, and experience
• Five weeks Annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
• Monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO) providing additional work-life balance.
• Subsidised Council housing with a 50% rental subsidy for a 3-bedroom Council residence.
• A fully maintained Council vehicle including fuel.
• Relocation Assistance is available to support your move to the region.
• Professional development and training opportunities to support your career growth and skill development .
• Free access to Council owned swimming pool.
• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A supportive, collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!
• Enjoy the benefits of a competitive salary combined with a lower regional cost of living.

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