Mildura, Victoria
Full-time
$95,818 - $104,126
Description
Take charge of projects that shape your community. Lead crews, deliver road upgrades and manage works from concept to completion. Based at Red Cliffs, this role blends leadership, machinery and hands-on action into one rewarding career.
Position details
Full Time
Job Number: R2723
Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 5 March 2026
About The Opportunity
This position delivers essential road maintenance and construction projects across the region. You'll lead and supervise crews, coordinate machinery and materials, manage budgets and quality standards, and oversee works from planning to completion. Acting as a key liaison between Council and the community, this role offers the opportunity to make a visible, lasting impact every day.
What You Will Bring
Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:
Diploma or Cert IV in civil engineering, construction operations, surveying, project or construction management or extensive relevant experience.
A high level of knowledge and experience in patrol grading maintenance, gravel haulage and unsealed and sealed road maintenance activities.
Extensive experience leading, supervising and managing work in road construction activities
Demonstrated high degree of interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate positively and effectively.
Ability to prepare cost estimates for quotations for maintenance and construction activities including provisional works.
Ability to set priorities, plan, organise workload and meet deadlines and budgets for road maintenance and construction works while understanding and working with standard forms associated with the position and its systems.
Current HR Drivers Licence.
Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.
Salary and conditions
The position is classified within Band 6 of Council's Current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $95,818 to $104,126 per annum including allowances plus statutory superannuation
Candidates viewing via Seek or Linkedin are strongly encouraged to visit Councils Career's page by following this link- to view a copy of the Position Description and application form that is a requirement to apply for this role.
Benefits
As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:
9 Day Fortnights
Relocation Assistance available to support your move to the region
Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living
Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Membership
Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
For a full list of councils benefits please visit our website:
Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.
We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.
Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.
About Our Organisation
Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at
About Our Region
Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.
Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at
Applying for this position
All Applications Must Include
A completed Job Application Form
A resume
A covering letter
Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered.
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