Burdekin Shire Council is seeking applications for the position of Leading Hand – Maintenance & Main Roads to join our Works team.

About the role

The successful applicant will help plan, coordinate and supervise crews, plant, contractors and site activities to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. The role requires civil construction or road maintenance experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to apply relevant safety, traffic management and legislative requirements on site.

The successful applicant will have experience in civil construction or road maintenance, solid leadership and communication skills, and the ability to supervise work crews while ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Why work for us?

· 9-day fortnight (76hr fortnight)

· Up to 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution.

· 5 weeks Annual Leave per year

· 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years’ service – pro rata available after 7 years





· Salary Packaging available

· Supportive and motivating team

· Active Social Club

· Fitness Passport Program

· Flexible work arrangements

· Relaxed lifestyle, boating, fishing, sports facilities, private and public schooling options up to Grade 12, cultural venues and events and all of this situated in a thriving agricultural community only an hour away from Townsville or two hours from the magical Whitsundays.

All applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The gross fortnightly wage for this position is between $3,075.03 and $3,173.37, excluding applicable task allowances and overtime. The commencing salary will be based on the successful applicant’s skills and experience.

Applications close on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 11:59pm. Word or PDF format is preferable.

For further information please visit Council's website www.burdekin.qld.gov.au/employment

📌 Leading Hand - Maintenance & Main Roads - Works (Ayr)
🏢 Burdekin Shire Council
📍 Ayr