Team Leader
9 hours ago
- Operate and lead on key civil works projects across a vibrant regional Council
- Salary $60,741 - $70, % super + Award Allowances
- Be a hands-on leader supervising a multi-skilled team and excavator operations
Proudly Serving Tenterfield – Where Your Work Matters
Tenterfield Shire Council serves the historic and scenic region of Tenterfield in the New England area of NSW — known as the Birthplace of the Australian Nation. The Shire boasts the perfect blend of country lifestyle with proximity to Northern NSW beaches, the Queensland Granite Belt, and Brisbane's regional hubs.
Council is committed to ICARE values –
Integrity, Community, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence
– and fosters a workplace culture that empowers staff to lead, innovate, and thrive.
With projects ranging from local infrastructure to community development, the Council offers a workplace where your work has impact.
Step Into a Role That Shapes the Region
Tenterfield Shire Council is seeking an experienced and multi-skilled Team Leader to join its Works Section within the Infrastructure Services division. Ideal for a proven civil construction professional with strong excavator
experience
and a passion for leading from the front.
This position is available due to the
internal promotion of the previous Team Leader
— a true Council success story. With over 9
years at Tenterfield Shire Council
, and over
4 years in this role
, they've progressed into a new leadership position. Their legacy includes strong team cohesion, leadership by example, and exceptional plant operating capability — and they'll be available to support your handover and transition.
From day one, you'll also be supported by the
Works Coordinator
, a respected leader who has similarly progressed through the ranks. Known for his stability, practical leadership, and deep knowledge of civil operations, he'll work closely with you to ensure a smooth onboarding and set you up for long-term success.
You'll report to the Works Coordinator and lead a team of operators and labourers, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
Your Day-to-Day: Leadership with Boots on the Ground
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Supervising the daily tasks of your field team and overseeing completion of documentation
- Operating excavators and other plant across worksites
- Delivering road construction, maintenance, earthworks and drainage activities
- Installing and maintaining rural and urban drainage systems
- Coordinating small plant and equipment use (e.g. chainsaws, pumps, compactors)
- Overseeing sediment control, signage installation, and site rehabilitation
- Promoting safety, team development and high standards of workmanship
- Liaising with landowners, contractors, and external authorities as needed
- Completing traffic control duties per approved plans
- Supporting other works teams as directed
What You Bring to the Crew
To be considered for this role, you must hold:
- Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience operating excavators and civil plant
- Experience leading or supervising teams in road maintenance or construction
- A current NSW Class C Driver's Licence
- NSW White Card, and Traffic Controller & Implementer Tickets
Desirable:
- Certificate IV in Civil Construction / Local Government Operations
- NSW HR Driver's Licence
- Chainsaw & First Aid Certification
- Ability to prepare a Work Zone Traffic Management Plan
You are a team player and hands-on leader with:
- A positive and collaborative leadership style
- Strong communication and documentation abilities
- Sound judgment and initiative on-site
- The physical capability to perform manual tasks
- Commitment to workplace safety and EEO
This is a career-making opportunity for a capable operator ready to step up into a leadership role or further solidify their supervisory experience.
The Perks of Being Part of Our Team
You'll enjoy:
- Competitive salary
 $60,741 - $70, % super + Award Allowances
- 15 days accumulative annual sick leave
- 4 weeks accumulative Annual Leave
- 9 Day Fortnight
- Further learning and development opportunities
- Access to onsite monthly counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to Health and Wellbeing programs
Ready to Lead from the Front?
If you're ready to step into a role where your leadership and hands-on skills shape the region's roads and infrastructure, then we want to hear from you.
Apply today and start building your future in Tenterfield.
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