Diamantina Shire Council is seeking an experienced and practical Town Services Supervisor to lead its Town Services team in Bedourie.

Reporting to the Town Services and Facilities Manager, the position is responsible for planning, coordinating and supervising the day-to-day delivery of town maintenance and operational services. The role leads a team of five and works closely with contractors, service providers and other Council teams to ensure infrastructure assets and community facilities are maintained safely and effectively.

Key responsibilities

The Town Services Supervisor will:

- plan and supervise the daily activities of the Town Services team
- coordinate grounds, landscaping, mowing, weed control and irrigation works
- manage maintenance and cleaning schedules for Council facilities
- oversee waste collection and landfill operations
- coordinate animal control activities
- support the inspection and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure
- undertake Airport Reporting Officer duties
- lead toolbox talks, site inductions and secure work practices
- supervise contractors, plant operations and project workflows
- monitor budgets, work programs and maintenance records
- respond professionally to customer requests and community enquiries
- contribute to continuous improvement across Council’s operations.

About you

The successful applicant will have demonstrated supervisory experience,



strong leadership and team-building skills, and practical experience in areas such as road maintenance, civil construction, horticulture, landscaping, grounds maintenance and plant operation.

You will also have sound communication, organisational and problem-solving skills, an understanding of workplace health and safety requirements, and the ability to work independently and outside ordinary business hours when required.

Essential requirements include a Certificate III or IV in Horticulture, Landscaping or Civil Construction, or the ability to obtain one, along with Queensland MR and C Class Driver Licences, a White Card, Traffic Controller Level 1 accreditation or the ability to obtain it, and a Firearms Licence or willingness to obtain one.

How to apply

Applicants should submit:

- a resume
- a cover letter
- relevant qualifications
- applicable tickets and licences

to ••••@diamantina.qld.gov.au.

Please refer to the Position Description for the full responsibilities, selection criteria and employment requirements.

More Information

For more information, call Ally on 04•• ••• 635 or email ••••@diamantina.qld.gov.au.

Diamantina Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based selection principles.

📌 Town Services Supervisor – Bedourie (Mount Isa)
🏢 Diamantina Shire Council
📍 Mount Isa