About the role

As a Township Maintenance Supervisor at Yarra Ranges Council, you will oversee the inspection, maintenance, and repair of Council assets in township areas, ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard. The role involves supervising contractors and crew, coordinating field operations, and engaging with the community, traders, and visitors. This position supports the Infrastructure Maintenance Coordinator with operational and administrative tasks and contributes to continuous improvement across townships. This role has 3 direct reports.

With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, you’ll resolve complaints, build strategic partnerships across Council teams, and drive process enhancements. Hands-on maintenance expertise, technical knowledge, and confident communication skills will be beneficial to this role.

This is a full-time permanent position (38 hours per week).

This is a Band 5 role with a salary range between $78,146 and $90,979 per annum, plus superannuation.

Benefits of working with us:

Support work-life balance with your choice of monthly or fortnightly rostered day off.

20 weeks paid primary caregiver leave (6 weeks for secondary caregivers) plus other generous leave options such as volunteer leave, family planning and menstrual and menopause leave.

Opportunities for professional development and to take on temporary roles in other teams to grow your skills and experience.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

Prioritise customer satisfaction by resolving complaints, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring high service standards aligned with Council policies.

Build strategic partnerships across Council teams and support Recreation, Parks and Facilities projects.

Implement and monitor new systems, encourage change, maintain safety standards, and identify opportunities for process enhancements.

Apply industry knowledge, inspect infrastructure assets, and operate maintenance equipment safely and effectively.

The ability to perform hands-on maintenance to promptly resolve issues and restore asset condition.

Great organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate confidently with diverse customers.

OHS White Card or equivalent.

Traffic Management Certification.

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. Especially if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Applications close 11.59pm, Sunday 24 August 2025.

Contact person: Koray Suat, Maintenance Operations Coordinator, 03 9294 6310

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at [email protected].

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check and Medical Check.

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.