Division/Section:
Infrastructure and Operations / Construction Operations Maintenance
Position Type:
Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 38 hours/week)
Salary Range:
Base Salary $36.55 per hour + super, plus overtime and penalty rates dependent on work performed. Additional entitlements and overtime do not form part of the advertised base salary.
Progression to higher salary rates is subject to time in the role, qualifications and demonstrated performance outcomes and ranges from $37.54 - $39.54 per hour.
Location:
Dalrymple Road Depot - Garbutt
Application Close:
11:45pm, Wednesday 17 June 2026
Responsibilities:
We're looking for a Crew Leader for our civil construction team who can run crews' day to day and make sure jobs are done safely, on time and to standard. You'll be organising daily work, keeping teams moving across different sites, checking quality, and sorting problems before they turn into delays. You'll keep an eye on time, costs and service levels, report anything that's off track, and adjust work plans when needed.
You'll support your crew on the ground by showing them how the job should be done, making sure safety rules are followed, and stepping in when standards slip. You'll make sure traffic control is set up properly, worksites are safe, audits and checks are completed, and WH&S requirements are met. You'll deal with customer questions politely to keep things running smoothly.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Certificate III in Civil Construction or substantial experience in a similar role.
* Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD)
* Current "MR" Class Driver's Licence.
* Traffic Management Implementation (TMI) accreditation under the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
* Demonstrated commitment to and practice of a leadership style that supports, motivates and inspires individual and team achievements.
* Experience leading construction personnel in the construction of municipal infrastructure.
* Experience in the construction of Council infrastructure including a detailed knowledge of construction materials and their application.
* Certificate associated with the successful completion of the Safe Working Near Live Exposed Parts training course. (Desirable)
Benefits:
* 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
* 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
* 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
* Domestic and Family Violence Leave
* Natural Disaster Leave
* Uniforms, tools and PPE provided
* Annual wage progression
* Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
* Salary Sacrifice opportunities
* Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
* Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
* Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
* Employee Assistance Program
EEO Statement:
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We're committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
Drug and Alcohol Testing:
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
Contact:
Contact Person: Archie (Team Leader)
Contact Phone: 0417 831 822 (during business hours and for positions enquiries only)
Email: hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.
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