About the roleJoin our Roads and Drainage Maintenance teams as a Leading Hand and play a key role in maintaining essential community infrastructure.
You will guide work crews, coordinate resources and contribute to the timely and effective delivery of maintenance and operational works.
With your civil maintenance experience and leadership skills you will:Lead and support a team undertaking maintenance works across Council's roads, drainage systems, footpaths, kerb and channel, and associated infrastructure.Foster a positive safety culture through effective pre-starts, toolbox talks, hazard identification and compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.Coordinate daily work activities, allocate resources and monitor progress to ensure maintenance priorities, operational objectives and service standards are met.Respond proactively to operational issues and support the timely delivery of maintenance programs and projects.View the position description for more details about these roles.About youWe have multiple roles available and to be successful, you will have:Strong leadership and people management skillsExperience providing direction to and managing teams on siteA safety-first approach to your team and worksCurrent C Class Drivers Licence (MR Class Licence an advantage)The ability to work in line with our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity and leadershipAbout the benefitsThese are permanent full time positions with a salary up to $76,889 plus 12.5% superannuation.9 day fortnight: Every second weekend is a long weekendLeave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave optionsSalary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, qualified memberships, novated leases and morePositive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive workplace where everyone can thriveDiversity and inclusion:



Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision makingLearning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trendsHealth and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental healthAbout usIpswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity.
It is the state's fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision: 'Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'
We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership.
Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.Join usIf you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.Closing date: 15 October ****Please direct any related questions to .
Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Prospect employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability.
We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
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📌 Leading Hand (Roads District Team) (Queensland)
🏢 City Of Ipswich
📍 Queensland