About The Role The Works Supervisor is responsible for providing a range of services to ensure the sustainability of community and council infrastructure aimed at enhancing the liveability and setting of our growing region. You will be responsible for providing technical support to the Works Coordinator in the delivery of Council's annual construction and maintenance programs.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide technical support to the Works Coordinator in the delivery of Council's annual construction and maintenance programs
- Plan, organise and carry out works in accordance with relevant standards, on time and within agreed budget
- Supervise projects and staff
- Interpret engineering documents and plan projects
- Use sound judgement and initiative to resolve matters

About You

- Proven/Demonstrated experience in the construction and maintenance of civil assets
- Proven/Demonstrated experience in supervision of projects and staff
- Technical knowledge relating to road construction and maintenance including ability to interpret engineering documents and plan projects
- Ability to plan, organise and carry out works in accordance with relevant standards, on time and within agreed budget
- Valuable problem-solving skills with expectation to use sound judgement and initiative to resolve most matters





Benefits

- Work / life balance with flexible work arrangements and wellness programs
- Superannuation contribution of twelve (12) per cent in addition to annual salary
- Growth opportunities including skill development, mentorship, or career advancement
- Access to Corporate Health Plan
- Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support
- Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling
- Salary Packaging Available
- Allowances Available (if applicable) such as Locality Allowance
- Leave Loading of 17.5% on top of base rate of pay while on Annual Leave
- Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
- Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be provided to the preferred candidate if relocating to the Western Downs Region

About Us Western Downs Regional Council has been awarded the Large Employer of the Year award at the Darling Downs South West Region Queensland Training Awards for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. Be part of a team that make a real difference within the communities we serve. Our mission drives us, and we want you to be part of the journey. Applications close at Midnight AEST on Wednesday 11 November 2026

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