Works Officer – Full Time | Based In Swansea, Tas

Council Jobs; Swansea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Swansea is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Works Officer to join their team. The role involves operating machinery and general maintenance across public facilities. Essential qualifications include a Medium Rigid Driver's Licence and White Card. The position promises meaningful work that supports the community, ideal for those with experience in construction or maintenance. Join a team that values safety and teamwork while enjoying varied work across beautiful coastal regions.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Varied work across coastal towns

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting technical instructions is needed.
• Strong commitment to Workplace Health and Safety standards required.
• 3+ years of civil construction experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery for civil and maintenance work.
• Ensure proper maintenance of roads and public facilities.
• Report hazards and maintain safe work practices.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Experience in construction

Education

Medium Rigid (MR) Driver's Licence

White Card

First Aid Certificate

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Tools

Excavator

Loader

Roller

Job description

Works Officer – Full Time | Based In Swansea, Tas

Considering applying for a position with Glamorgan Spring Bay Council? You’ll find further information on what this beautiful region has to offer here. Council’s office is located in Triabunna on the stunning East Coast, one hour from Hobart.

Glamorgan Spring Bay Council values diversity and promotes inclusion to enable people to contribute their best work in the service of community. We encourage people of all abilities, at different stages of life and career, and from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for vacant positions.

For further information about position details or if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please contact Council’s Human Resources on 036256 4***

Works Officer – Full Time | Based in Swansea, TAS

Glamorgan Spring Bay Council is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Works Officer to join our Works & Infrastructure team in Swansea.

Are you a practical, safety-conscious worker with experience in construction, maintenance, or public space works? Do you hold a HR licence? If so, we want to hear from you!

This is your opportunity to join a close-knit team and contribute to real projects that make a difference in your community—while working across some of Tasmania’s most beautiful coastal regions.

About the role
We’re looking for a full-timeWorks Officer to join our Works Department, primarily based in Swansea with work also occurring across Triabunna, Bicheno, and Coles Bay. This hands‑on role involves a wide range of civil and maintenance work across public facilities, roads, and parks.

Your day could involve:

• Operating machinery like loaders, rollers, excavators
• General maintenance of towns, roads, parks, and cemeteries
• Traffic management, vegetation control, and manual labour
• Assisting with minor construction and public space upgrades
• Ensuring safe work practices and reporting hazards promptly

What you’ll need:
Essential:

• Medium Rigid (MR) Driver’s Licence or higher
• White Card & First Aid Certificate
• Experience in interpreting technical instructions
• Strong WHS awareness and WHS commitment
• Good communication and the ability to follow instructions

Highly desirable:

• HR Truck Licence
• VOC or RII for multiple plant/machinery types
• 3+ years of senior experience in plant operations, particularly excavator operating
• Additional certifications (Dogging, Chainsaw, Chemical Handling, etc.)

Why join Glamorgan Spring Bay Council?

• Support your local community through meaningful, visible work
• Enjoy variety in your day and work across stunning coastal towns
• Join a team that values safety, respect, and teamwork
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities

Works Officer – Full Time | Based in Triabunna, TAS

Glamorgan Spring Bay Council is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Works Officer to join our Works & Infrastructure team in Triabunna.

Are you a practical, safety-conscious worker with experience in construction, maintenance, or public space works? Do you hold a HR licence? If so, we want to hear from you!

This is your opportunity to join a close-knit team and contribute to real projects that make a difference in your community—while working across some of Tasmania’s most beautiful coastal regions.

About the role
We’re looking for a full-timeWorks Officerto join our Works Department, primarily based in Triabunna with work also occurring across Swansea, Bicheno, and Coles Bay. This hands‑on role involves a wide range of civil and maintenance work across public facilities, roads, and parks.

Your day could involve:

• Operating machinery like loaders, rollers, excavators
• General maintenance of towns, roads, parks, and cemeteries
• Traffic management, vegetation control, and manual labour
• Assisting with minor construction and public space upgrades
• Ensuring safe work practices and reporting hazards promptly

What you’ll need:
Essential:

• Medium Rigid (MR) Driver’s Licence or higher
• White Card & First Aid Certificate
• Experience in interpreting technical instructions
• Strong WHS awareness and WHS commitment
• Good communication and the ability to follow instructions

Highly desirable:

• HR Truck Licence
• VOC or RII for multiple plant/machinery types
• 3+ years of senior experience in plant operations, particularly excavator operating
• Additional certifications (Dogging, Chainsaw, Chemical Handling, etc.)

Why join Glamorgan Spring Bay Council?

• Support your local community through meaningful, visible work
• Enjoy variety in your day and work across stunning coastal towns
• Join a team that values safety, respect, and teamwork
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities

Glamorgan Spring Bay Council is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Technical Coordinator to join our Works & Infrastructure team in Triabunna.

In this leadership role, you will coordinate the day‑to‑day operations of outdoor works staff, supporting the delivery of maintenance and capital works across council’s infrastructure and services. This includes roads, bridges, drainage, parks, reserves, cemeteries, waste facilities, boat ramps, and other public spaces.

Working closely with the Works Manager and Team Leaders, you will provide technical guidance, mentor staff, and ensure that projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on budget. While primarily a leadership and coordination role, you will also step in on the ground when required to provide hands‑on support to the team. You will also play a key role in emergency response when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support staff on civil construction and maintenance projects.
• Provide technical leadership, problem‑solving, and on‑the‑job coaching.
• Ensure compliance with Workplace Health & Safety standards.
• Contribute to project scoping, estimating, procurement, and contractor engagement.
• Assist with capital works planning and grant/budget preparation.
• Monitor and report on project progress, documentation, and deliverables.
• Resolve public queries and support community events as required.
• Participate in on‑call rosters coordinating after‑hours response.

About You
We are looking for someone with:

• A Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent training/experience in civil engineering, project management, or construction.
• Strong experience in civil construction and maintenance, including roads, drainage, bridges, and public spaces.
• Demonstrated technical skills in engineering/construction problem solving.
• Previous leadership experience, with the ability to manage staff and contractors.
• Practical experience reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
• A strong focus on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Competencies in operating civil plant/equipment (e.g. excavator, loader, roller).
• A current MR driver’s licence, White Card, and First Aid Certificate.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a varied and hands‑on leadership role supporting your local community.
• Be part of a supportive and professional Works & Infrastructure leadership team.
• Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living and working on Tasmania’s stunning East Coast.
• Local Government EBA benefits and conditions apply.