Job Description
Leading Hand Maintenance - Flocon
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Are you ready to make a real impact on Mackay's civil infrastructure? We are seeking motivated and experienced Leading Hand Maintenance professionals to join our Civil Operations team in Sarina.
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As a Leading Hand Maintenance Officer, you will supervise a team each day to deliver scheduled maintenance and construction activities. You'll apply your expertise to ensure all work meets high standards, while promoting a positive image of Council through excellent client service, effective work practices, and the timely, high-quality completion of tasks.
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Key Responsibilities
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Supervise and support a team delivering road, drainage, and other civil construction and maintenance activities.
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Plan, organise, and coordinate staff and resources to ensure timely and high-quality completion of assigned tasks.
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Perform hands‐on construction and maintenance work as required.
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Champion health and safety by leading training and promoting safe work practices in line with WH&S; regulations.
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Oversee the use, maintenance, and minor repair of small plant, vehicles, and equipment.
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Manage traffic control at worksites to ensure safety for workers and the public.
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Maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork promptly.
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Provide excellent client service to both internal and external stakeholders.
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Mentor and train team members, sharing knowledge and supporting skills development.
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Ensure all work complies with environmental legislation and best practice procedures.
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Carry out additional duties as directed by the Supervisor.
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Essential
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Qualifications & Experience
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Certificate III in Civil Construction or ability to obtain within two (2) years.
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QLD "C" Class Drivers Licence or interstate equivalent.
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Note: interstate licences must be transferred to QLD within three (3) months of commencement.
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Current QLD Heavy Rigid Truck 'HR' Class Licence or interstate equivalent. Note:



interstate licences must be transferred to QLD within three (3) months of commencement.
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Current General Construction Safety 'White' Card.
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Current Traffic Management Implementation (TMI) qualifications or ability to obtain within three (3) months.
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Certificate of Competency to operate road construction plant and/or equipment such as roller, loader, backhoe, grader.
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Sound ability to read, write and perform basic numerical calculations to a standard commensurate with the duties involved in the position.
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Sound skills in oral and written communication including the ability to manage clients and key stakeholders.
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Ability to maintain high level of quality assurance in all works performed.
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Ability to read, interpret and understanding basic engineering design drawings and standard drawings.
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Ability to provide high quality customer and client service.
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Ability to adapt to changing work environments and/or conditions while maintaining to positive attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement.
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Ability to work cooperatively with others and foster a team environment.
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Competent operation of survey equipment including total station and interpreting survey data.
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Special Requirements
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Willingness and flexibility to work overtime outside normal hours, where required, to undertake assigned tasks.
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Why Join Us?
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Base annual salary of $70,471 – $73,016 plus allowances as applicable (the level offered will be determined on the successful candidates' qualifications and experience. This is a banded Level 5/6 position)
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Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
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Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
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9-day fortnight roster.
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May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
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Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
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Study and assistance programs for career development.
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Learning and career development opportunities.
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Employee Assistance Program.
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Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
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Active Social Clubs.
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📌 Leading Hand Maintenance (North Mackay)
🏢 Mackay Regional Council
📍 North Mackay