Team Leader Construction

Permanent Full Time

Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight

LGIA Stream C BT Level 2/3 (Licenced Plumber/Drainer) + Site + Tool + Leading Hand Allowance 3 - $90,670 - $93,071 (Minimum rate depending on qualifications and experience)

LGIA Stream B (Construction Experience) Level 6 + Site + Leading Hand Allowance 2 - $81,303

Potential earning capacity of $100,000+ per annum (Dependant on applicable penalty rates, over time and allowances)

Licenced Trade Allowance for qualified plumbers and Annual Wage Increases in line with Certified Agreement

Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Looking for a role that brings you home every night and lets you make a real impact in your community?

We’re looking for a hands-on team leader with strong experience in plumbing, drainage, or pipelaying projects to lead a dedicated crew responsible for maintaining and upgrading the region’s water and wastewater infrastructure.

In this role, you’ll lead a multi disciplined construction crew responsible for delivering essential maintenance and capital works projects – including the construction and refurbishment of new and existing infrastructure. Your day-to-day will involve leading a multi disciplined construction team on-site to control all aspects of the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure, predominantly in the area of water and sewer main construction. This role will also include planning and organising jobs, conducting maintenance and testing of water and sewer mains (including hydrants, valves and fittings) and ensuring all work meets Fitzroy River Water’s high standards.

If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to be a part of something meaningful – we’d love to hear from you.

Whilst a trade qualification is desirable, it is not an essential requirement if you do possess the relevant experience in pipelaying and/or civil construction.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

Experience in the construction, operation and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure.

Leadership qualities and supervisory skills with knowledge and experience in leading a construction team to success.

Good time management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines.

Ability to contribute to and uphold Council's Safety-First culture.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

Supportive Work/Life Balance

A large employer with a strong values driven culture

A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Corporate membership discounts

Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options

17.5% annual leave loading

Wages paid fortnightly

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

A 2-3 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;

Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

Experience in the construction, installation and refurbishment of new and existing water and wastewater reticulation infrastructure.

Ability to lead and motivate a diverse, multidisciplined team.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to exercise good interpersonal skills dealing with all key stakeholders in a positive manner.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 6 October 2025 at Midnight (AEST)