Team Leader Structures and Stormwater

3 weeks ago


Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia Careers at Council Full time
Overview

Team Leader – Structures and Stormwater opportunity with Careers at Council, Port Macquarie, NSW. Full-time role leading the Structures and Stormwater Team within the Community Infrastructure Division.

February 2025 (or recent postings). First applicants invited; local applicants encouraged.

About The Role

Reporting to the Coordinator Structures and Stormwater, this role leads the day-to-day operations of the Structures and Stormwater Team, delivering both scheduled and urgent maintenance across Council's stormwater and structural assets. You will work in collaboration with the Structures and Stormwater Coordinator to provide hands-on leadership, safety-focused management, and team development.

Your Key Responsibilities Include
  • Supervise the daily activities of the Stormwater and Structures Team, ensuring efficient delivery of maintenance and repairs.
  • Perform safety checks on worksites, plant, and stormwater management systems, ensuring compliance with WHS, environmental legislation, and safety protocols.
  • Deliver consistent and decisive leadership to the team.
  • Lead, mentor, and support team development through training and performance feedback.
  • Maintain stormwater and concrete structures across the Council's road network.
  • Scope and coordinate work with contractors, ensuring all work adheres to construction standards and environmental policies with quality verification upon completion.
  • Plan appropriate resourcing of plant, equipment, contractors and labour for each project.
  • Participate in after-hours on-call roster and monitor, report, and manage incidents, hazards, and injuries following Council procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and experience in supervising and leading staff.
  • Knowledge of plant and equipment used in formwork, concreting, road construction and pipe laying; ability to operate various hand and power tools.
  • Working knowledge of employee obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, along with computer literacy and numeracy.
  • Construction Industry White Card, current MR driver's licence, and ability to work out of hours within an on-call roster for emergencies or programmed works as necessary.
Remuneration And Benefits

Employment type: Permanent, full-time role (38 hours per week with a 9-day fortnight)

Salary (exclusive of super): Starting salary of $ per week with the opportunity for competency-based progression up to $ per week

Allowances: Adverse Working Level 1 / On-call / Tool of Trade Vehicle

Benefits
  • Regular RDOs (Rostered Days Off) every fortnight
  • All PPE provided
  • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
  • Ongoing career development and training opportunities
  • Annual salary increases in line with the Local Government (State) Award 2023, plus yearly salary reviews
  • Long service leave available after 5 years
  • Access to a generous Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible salary packaging options via Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
  • Staff recognition and rewards through our annual awards program
Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role, please contact Ray Flanagan, Stormwater and Structures Coordinator, on

Interested in Applying?

Please complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to the essential requirements within the position description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter. You will find the position description when you apply for the role. You may draft your responses in a Word document and paste them into the application form when ready.

Applications Close

Sunday 07 September 2025 at 11:30pm

Notes

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical or similar positions for 12 months. Please upload documents in PDF format. Pre-employment checks may include reference checks, National Criminal Police Check, medical assessment, qualification verification, and Working with Children Check verification. PMHC's recruitment notifications are via system-generated emails. Ensure your email is correct to receive updates. Check junk mail and ensure and Pulse are trusted addresses. PMHC is a child-safe organisation committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.


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