Deliver roads the community can rely on — and lead from the frontStep into a leadership role with impact, responsibility, and regional lifestyle balanceAbout Tenterfield Shire CouncilTenterfield Shire Council is located in the picturesque Recent England region of New South Wales and proudly holds the title "Birthplace of the Australian Nation."
As a rural medium-sized council, it offers the perfect mix of lifestyle and career, with easy access to Northern NSW's beaches, Queensland's Granite Belt, and the wider Brisbane region.Our mission is to showcase "quality nature, quality heritage and quality lifestyle."
We live and breathe our values every day – Integrity, Community, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – and foster a workplace culture that empowers staff to lead, innovate, and thrive.With affordable living, short commutes, and a strong sense of community, Tenterfield offers the lifestyle many professionals are seeking.For more information, visit: Roads the Community Can Rely OnTenterfield Shire Council is seeking a full time Leading Hand (Roads – Sealed) to join our Infrastructure team based in Tenterfield, NSW.In this hands-on supervisory role, you will lead a small team responsible for sealed road maintenance and rehabilitation works across the Shire.
This includes overseeing pothole patching operations using specialised equipment, coordinating daily works programs, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:Supervising sealed roads maintenance and rehabilitation activitiesLeading and mentoring crew members and contractorsImplementing and monitoring protected work practices, including toolbox talks,



risk assessments and SWMSOverseeing traffic control setups and ensuring compliance with approved Traffic Control PlansAllocating daily tasks in line with works programs and reporting on progressOperating and overseeing plant including tipper trucks, patchmobile, loaders, and associated equipmentMaintaining quality standards to ensure durability and longevity of repairsEnsuring accurate completion of documentation, daily running sheets and job costingFor the job description, please click here.Bring Your Experience.
Build the Standard.To succeed in this role, you will bring:Certificate IV in Civil Construction Operations (or equivalent)Demonstrated supervisory experience in civil construction or road maintenance environmentsStrong knowledge of WHS practices and the ability to implement safe systems of workCurrent Traffic Controller and Traffic Management qualificationsNSW Class HR Driver's LicenceProven ability to operate and oversee relevant civil plant and equipmentStrong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationshipsHighly regarded:Certificate IV in Frontline Management or Diploma in Civil ConstructionFirst Aid CertificateExtensive experience in sealed road maintenance programsAs our ideal candidate, you are an approachable and accountable leader who leads by example.
You communicate clearly, uphold safety and quality standards, and are motivated to strengthen team performance and service delivery across the Shire.Rewarding Work, Regional Lifestyle2 weeks accumulative annual Sick Leave4 weeks accumulative Annual Leave1 week MyLeave9 Day FortnightFurther learning and development opportunitiesAccess to onsite monthly counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Access to Health and Wellbeing programsThis is an opportunity to grow your leadership career while enjoying the balance, community connection, and lifestyle perks that regional NSW provides.
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📌 Leading Hand (Roads - Sealed) (New South Wales)
🏢 Tenterfield Shire Council
📍 New South Wales