Leading Hand Drainage

• A varied and challenging role, the successful applicant will be responsible for the coordination and supervision of daily activities of work
  
  crews whilst performing construction and maintenance tasks within the Kilkivan Region.
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $70,883, plus up to 13% superannuation
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Leading Hand Drainage - Kilkivan

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $70,883, plus up to 13% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 23rd November 2025 at 11.00pm AEST

*No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.

Role Overview*

The Leading hand works under remote supervision and is responsible for providing high level support to the Supervisor through the coordination and supervision of daily activities of work crews whilst performing construction and maintenance tasks.

Essential Knowledge & Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to perform work at trade or equivalent level under remote supervision.
• Ability to operate and maintain plant and equipment consistent with competencies held.
• Capacity to perform physical labouring tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively motivate and coordinate a team to complete daily jobs within a work environment of moderate complexity (BSBWOR502).
• Demonstrated ability to manage time, set priorities and plan works in an environment of changing priorities and competing demands (BSBWOR404).
• Sound numeracy, written and verbal communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of workplace health and safety considerations relevant to the area and proven ability to limit risks in this type of environment (BSBWHS401/RIIRIS301D).
• Ability to ensure all work is performed to meet legislative requirements and responsibilities of Council.
• Queensland 'C' Class driver's licence that is current and maintained.
• Construction Industry (White/Blue card)

Essential Requirements:

• Assist the Supervisor in achieving quality, safety and environmental outcomes for civil construction and maintenance activities.
• Implement and monitor policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements and ensure safety of all employees, contractors and members of the public.
• Complete risk assessments and follow established work procedures.
• Promptly raise issues with immediate Supervisor.
• Plan own work and work of assigned staff to achieve task completion through efficient use of available plant, machinery and human resources.
• Lead the daily work of the crew while establishing and maintaining an environment which encourages teamwork. Guide and assist trainees.
• Perform general labouring and operate plant for which the holder is licensed
• Ensure plant, tools and equipment is maintained in good order and in accordance with the operator's manual, council's procedures and best practice.
• Accurately interpret plans, instructions and specifications.
• Use judgement and experience gained within the trade to solve problems on the job.
• Implement traffic control schemes when required.
• Champion technology improvements to support a mobile workforce. Contribute to the development of procedures in relation to area of work. Work autonomously, cohesively and collaboratively with other council teams.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Road Maintenance, Robert Dwine on or email

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on or email

What we offer?

• Nine-day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

Keen to apply? - Simply head to Council's website and follow the "Careers at Council" link to submit your online application:

1) Download and review the position description above

2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email.

3) Click 'APPLY'

4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.

5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 23rd November 2025 at 11.00pm AEST. *No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.*

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.