Lead a dedicated team to enhance the infrastructure of Sutherland Shire. Drive innovation and continuous improvement in civil maintenance practises. Ensure a safe and efficient work environment while delivering top-notch customer service. Develop your leadership skills and progress within a supportive and dynamic organisation. Join our Community At Sutherland Council, we are committed to creating a positive impact within the Sutherland Shire community. Our Infrastructure & Operations division is at the forefront of maintaining and enhancing civil assets, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, functionality, and safety. Together, we strive to make our local area a better place for everyone. Our team is passionate about collaboration, innovation, and excellence. We believe that every team member plays a vital role in achieving our goals, and we support each other in fostering growth and development. Position Overview As the Team Leader for Civil Maintenance, you will be the driving force behind our maintenance operations, leading a talented team in delivering both planned and reactive maintenance tasks. Your leadership will set the tone for a culture of safety, efficiency, and innovation. You will work closely with your team to ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures while striving for excellence in customer service. This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to make a real difference in your community while advancing your career in a supportive environment. Candidate Profile We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced leader who is ready to embrace the challenges of this role and inspire their team to achieve greatness. Essential: Certificate III in Civil Construction (or equivalent) with previous experience leading a civil works team or significant experience in a leadership role. Hold a valid Class C Driver’s Licence and WHS Induction Card (Whitecard). Proven track record in planning and executing workloads, both for yourself and your team. Skilled in using mobile technology and IT applications to enhance productivity. Excellent communication skills with a strong customer service focus. Desirable qualifications include a Certificate IV in Civil Construction, First Aid Certificate, and experience with survey instruments. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to challenge yourself, we want to hear from you! Join our Team and Grow with Us! If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council! Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit! Get your application in by 11.59pm: Thursday 11 September 2025 Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing Package: From $78.7171 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. Hours of work: Full-time permanent position - 38 hours per week with a 9 day fortnight To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options. Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks. Reach out to Stephen Little Civil Technical Coordinator, slittle@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries. Melanie Silburn, msilburn@ssc.nsw.gov.au, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries. Click on the link to check out the Position Description Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events. About Us If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you! Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations. At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.