The Opportunity This is a rare but exciting opportunity to join Whitsunday Regional Council as a Works Supervisor based in Collinsville. If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely make a difference, be recognised for your work, and enjoy a slower pace of life, this might be the move you've been waiting for. Collinsville is a mining town of around 1,500 people, where life is simple, the community is close, and there's no such thing as peak hour. It's got all the essentials, a primary and high school, IGA, a couple of pubs, and a strong sense of community. And when you need a change of scenery, you're just over an hour from the coast in Bowen and only two hours from Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays. You'll be part of a team that values clear communication, accountability, and a good work ethic, backed by a coordinator who's already made a real difference in shaping a positive culture at the depot. Please note this is not a FIFO role What's on offer: Base salary $87,979 - $93,513 overtime (dependent on skills and experience) Regular overtime 9-day fortnight Locality allowance paid fortnightly Community use of a Council Vehicle 2-bedroom duplex unit ($300 per week, walking distance to depot) Relocation support up to $8,000 What you'll bring In this role, you'll lead a close-knit team delivering vital road and drainage works across the region. It's hands-on and fast-paced, but incredibly rewarding. We're looking for someone who brings strong supervision experience within this field or has excellent knowledge of roads and drainage. You don't need to be an expert with computers, but you do need to be comfortable with basic reporting and spreadsheets Key responsibilities include: Supervising small teams of road crews Being on the ground with crews 80-90% of the time Overseeing RMPC/ TMR maintenance works and ensuring compliance with specifications Coordinating inspections, reporting, and defect backlog updates using Excel and Council systems Maintaining safety and efficiency onsite and working closely with the Works Coordinator You'll need: Driver's Licence and White Card - non-negotiable MR licence (or willingness to obtain) Traffic Management Implementation Ticket (or willingness to obtain) Traffic Control Ticket (or willingness to obtain) Bonus if you have: RMPC ( Road Maintenance Performance Contract) / TMR compliance experience Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision About Us With offices in Cairns and Brisbane, Precruitment is Regional Queensland's leading recruitment consultancy, specialising in permanent and temporary roles. We proudly partner with Local Government and regional employers to connect professionals with roles that combine lifestyle and career development. Speak to the professionals who live and work in Queensland Regions. Lifestyle and Career - you can have it all! For questions or more info, please call Alissa (during business hours) on 0486 167 147 SCR-alissa-wade