Team Leader Construction

• Permanent Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• LGIA Stream C Building and Trades Level 2/3 (Licenced Plumber/Drainer) + Site + Tool + Leading Hand Allowance 3 – $83,828 – $86,166 (Minimum rate depending on qualifications and experience) 
• LGIA Stream B Building and Trades (Construction Experience) Level 6 + Site + Leading Hand Allowance 2 – $76,258.
• Potential earning capacity of $100,000+ per annum (Dependant on applicable penalty rates, over time and allowances)
• Licensed Trade Allowance for qualified plumbers and Annual Wage Increases in line with Certified Agreement 
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Are you chasing a career change which will see you home every night? Are you excited to give back to your local community? Do you have a desire for more diversity in your daily tasks?

Fitzroy River Water is currently recruiting for a construction team leader to join the Rockhampton team.  Substantial civil construction experience with a focus on pipelaying will make you a suitable candidate, with a trade qualification desirable but not essential.

You will be responsible for directing, motivating, and leading a multi-disciplined team which are required to carry out a wide range of construction activities associated with Council’s water, wastewater, and irrigation assets.

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

What we are looking for

• Leadership qualities and supervisory skills with knowledge and experience in leading a team to success.
• Good time management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to contribute to and uphold Council’s Safety-First culture.
• Experience in the construction, operation and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure.

What you’ll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 900 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
• A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• 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

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1.  A 2-3 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
2. Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

• Experience in the construction, installation and refurbishment of new and existing water and wastewater reticulation infrastructure.
• Ability to lead, motivate and supervise a team.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to exercise good interpersonal skills dealing with all key stakeholders in a positive manner.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 2 September 2024 at Midnight (AEST)