Division/Section: Infrastructure & Operations - Engineering & Asset Infrastructure Planning

Position Type: Fixed Term - Full Time until 30 June 2027 (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week)

Salary Range: LGO8 - $124,099 - $140,194 per annum + super

Location: Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Monday 17 August 2026

About The Role

About you:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Asset Compliance team during a period of significant change and improvement. The team is growing and evolving, with many newer team members developing their knowledge and capability. A key focus of the role will be to provide leadership, coaching and support to help the team build strong foundations, establish consistent ways of working and deliver high-quality outcomes. You will play an important role in creating an engaged, capable and confident team that is positioned for long-term success.

The successful candidate will also lead critical work to strengthen asset data, information and business processes as Council prepares for the transition to OneCouncil. Building on lessons learned through recent improvement initiatives, the role will focus on documenting processes, clarifying roles and responsibilities, improving data quality and establishing the fundamental building blocks needed for reliable asset management and compliance. It is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on how Council manages its asset information and supports better decision-making into the future. Reporting to the Team Manager Asset Strategy and Compliance, you will play a key role in ensuring our asset data is ready for a move into our new ERP.

You do not need to meet every criterion to apply. If you have experience leading teams, improving business processes, managing information, delivering compliance outcomes or driving organisational change, we encourage you to submit an application.

You Will Demonstrate:

Experience leading,



developing and mentoring teams through change and improvement.Strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to build productive relationships across operational, technical and corporate areas.Experience documenting business processes, improving ways of working and driving continuous improvement initiatives.An ability to analyse information, solve problems and translate complex issues into practical actions and outcomes.Experience working with data, information, governance, compliance, asset management, business systems or related disciplines.A commitment to developing team capability, fostering collaboration and creating a positive workplace culture.Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.A current Queensland Class C Driver Licence.

For Further Information Review The Position Description.

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a solid focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave14 weeks paid Parental LeaveDomestic and Family Violence LeaveNatural Disaster LeaveAnnual wage progressionUp to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing membersSalary Sacrifice opportunitiesAccess to a range of learning and development opportunities,



including on-the-job learning and formal training programsFitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilitiesEmployee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businessesEmployee Assistance Program The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person: Nicola

Contact Email: [email protected]

How To Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For Further Information Review The Position Description.

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!

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.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected] or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.

Attachments:

N03314_Team Leader Asset Compliance_Updated Template_10122024_PD.pdf

📌 Team Leader Asset Compliance (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
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