Position Description – Road Inspector

Dated: 27 October 2026

Position Vacant

Road Inspector

PERMANENT FULL-TIME

At the Paroo Shire Council, we believe that our success starts with our people.

We are committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment where team members feel supported
and valued.

As the Road Inspector, you will undertake field inspections and condition assessments of Council’s road and
drainage networks, helping ensure safe, timely and accountable delivery of road maintenance and construction
activities.

The Road Inspector supports the delivery of Council’s road programs by identifying and recording defects,
inspecting works and verifying quality and quantities, collecting reliable asset and site data, and maintaining
accurate records. The position works closely with the Senior Technical Officer, Works Coordinator, supervisors
and contractors on Council roads, Transport and Main Roads (TMR) maintenance works and disaster recovery
programs, including DRFA/REPA. The role also assists with gravel source inspections, materials tracking, progress
reporting and resolution of road-related customer requests.

An immediate start is on offer. If you are seeking a genuine opportunity to make a meaningful contribution and
would like to become a valued member of the Paroo Shire Council team, please submit a cover letter and your
current CV for consideration.

If you would like further information, please contact:

Recruitment on 07 4655 8400.
You can email your interest directly to Recruitment at [email protected]

Alternatively, download the information directly from our website at

Employment Vacancies – Paroo Shire Council

Position Description – Road Inspector

Dated: 27 October 2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION

ROAD INSPECTOR

Position Number: TBC Location: Cunnamulla

Award: Queensland Local Government Industry Award (Stream A) – State 2017

Certified Agreement: Paroo Shire Council – Non-Operational Staff Certified Agreement 2025-2028

Classification Level: Level 2 or 3 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Department / Team: Infrastructure Services

Reports to: Senior Technical Officer Supervises: Nil

Our Values

In making and implementing our decisions, we will be guided by the principles of integrity, efficiency and
continuous improvement and exhibit the following core values:

Pride, Accountability, Respect, Open & Transparent, Opportunities for Employment,
Safety and Commitment

Position Objectives
As the Road Inspector, you will undertake timely, accurate inspections and condition assessments of Council’s
road and associated civil infrastructure networks, ensuring defects, safety concerns and maintenance
requirements are identified, documented and referred for appropriate action.
Working collaboratively with the Senior Technical Officer, Works Coordinator, supervisors and delivery teams, the
position inspects road maintenance, construction and disaster recovery works; verifies quantities and work
quality; and collects reliable information to support programming, contract administration, progress claims,
funding records and asset management.
The role is predominantly field-based, with associated office-based recording, reporting and coordination duties.
The position exercises judgement within its competency and delegated authority, and promptly escalates safety
issues, non-conforming work and matters requiring technical or managerial decisions.

Key Responsibilities
• Inspect Council’s sealed and unsealed roads, airstrips, drainage structures, culverts, grids, floodways,

shoulders, signage and associated road assets, and record defects, condition, risks and recommended actions.

- Undertake scheduled, routine, targeted and post-event road network inspections, including inspections arising

from customer requests, flooding, adverse weather and other road safety concerns.

- Maintain accurate, current and traceable road condition, defect and inspection records, including locations,

chainages, photographs, measurements, prioritisation information and follow-up actions in Council systems.

- Identify immediate public safety risks, promptly notify the responsible supervisor or manager, and recommend

or initiate appropriate interim controls within delegated authority.

- Inspect and verify the quality, progress, quantities and completion of road construction, grading, resheeting,





gravel carting, drainage and maintenance activities against approved scopes, specifications, standards and
work instructions.

- Monitor contractor and Council-delivered works, document non-conformances and corrective actions, and

escalate workmanship, program, safety or contract performance concerns promptly.
- Carry out field inspections and maintain supporting records for TMR Road Maintenance Performance Contract

(RMPC), supplementary maintenance and other TMR-funded works in accordance with relevant requirements.

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- Undertake damage assessments, site inspections and evidence collection for Disaster Recovery Funding

Arrangements (DRFA) / Reconstruction of Essential Public Assets (REPA) works, including before, during and
after works as required.

- Collect and check site measurements, quantities, photographs, GPS/GIS location data, material records and

inspection information to support project estimates, claims, acquittals, audits and contract administration.
- Assist with quality assurance, inspection and test records, hold-point inspections and verification of completed

works in accordance with approved procedures and relevant standards.
- Assist with inspections and records for Council gravel pits, quarries and other material sources, including

material quality, stockpiles, quantities, cartage and use, and flag potential permit or environmental compliance
issues.

- Capture and update road inventory, traffic count, condition and asset data to support Council’s asset registers,

mapping systems, maintenance priorities and forward works programming.
- Provide practical field information to the Senior Technical Officer for the preparation of road maintenance,

renewal and capital works programs, scopes, quantities and preliminary cost estimates.
- Inspect road-related customer requests, communicate findings to relevant Council personnel, and maintain

timely, accurate records of inspections, responses and recommended actions.
- Liaise constructively with the Works Coordinator, supervisors, road crews, contractors, consultants,

landholders and other stakeholders to coordinate access, inspections and follow-up actions.
- Check on-site compliance with relevant work health and safety, traffic management, environmental, cultural

heritage and quality requirements; raise and escalate issues within the role’s authority.
- Prepare concise site reports, inspection checklists, progress updates, correspondence and supporting

documentation, and maintain complete and accurate records in Council’s electronic systems.
- Assist with basic survey, measurements, mapping, plan interpretation and other technical field tasks within

the position’s training and competency.
- Organise and prioritise assigned inspections and reporting to meet operational, maintenance, project and

funding deadlines, and provide regular updates on outstanding actions.
- Identify opportunities to improve inspection practices, defect recording, data accuracy, quality control and

coordination between field and technical teams.
- Undertake other reasonable road inspection and technical support duties as directed by the Senior Technical

Officer within the employee’s skills, training and delegated authority.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Essential

- Legal right to live and work in Australia.
- Current ‘C’ Class Queensland Driver’s Licence or higher.
- Construction Induction Card (White Card).
- Ability to meet relevant pre-employment health assessment and National Police Check requirements.
- Relevant qualification in civil construction, road maintenance, engineering technology or a related field, and/or

demonstrated equivalent practical experience in road construction, maintenance or inspection.

- Demonstrated experience in road construction, maintenance, field inspection or works supervision, with the

ability to recognise road defects, assess work quality and identify practical maintenance needs.

- Demonstrated ability to work as a team player,



with reliability, accountability and a strong work ethic, and to

work independently, exercise sound judgement, take ownership of assigned inspections and complete
accurate records within required timeframes.

- Ability to interpret road works plans, specifications, scopes, basic measurements and relevant standards and

to identify and report departures from requirements.
- Ability to prepare explicit, factual field inspection reports, photographs, measurements and supporting records,

and to use Microsoft Office and electronic data recording systems.
- Sound awareness of work health and safety, traffic management and environmental requirements relevant to

road and civil works, and willingness to raise and escalate issues promptly.

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- Effective written and verbal communication, teamwork, organisation, problem-solving and stakeholder liaison

skills, including working collaboratively with operational staff and contractors.
- Ability and willingness to travel and undertake regular field inspections across remote areas of the Shire in

varying weather and site conditions.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Desirable
• Experience with TMR RMPC, road condition and defect inspection systems, or disaster recovery works

(DRFA/REPA), including inspection evidence and quantity verification.

- Working knowledge of GIS/GPS mapping, electronic asset management systems, basic survey techniques,

gravel material inspection or quality assurance documentation.

- Good working knowledge of Civica Reflect and RACAS.

Corporate Accountabilities
• Demonstrated commitment to complying with Council’s policies and procedures and the Local Government

Act 2009, including but not limited to Council’s Code of Conduct, Work Health and Safety Policy and Anti-
Discrimination Policy.

- Ability to carry out the physical and inherent requirements of the position and to remain flexible and adaptable

to meet the requirements of the role.
- Maintain a positive team culture based on honesty, trust, and integrity.
- Perform jobs, tasks, and processes in accordance with relevant guidelines and standards.
- Maintain confidentiality of Council information obtained during the course of employment.
- Operate and maintain Council assets, including equipment, plant and fleet, in accordance with Council

guidelines and manufacturers’ specifications.

- Foster and maintain strong stakeholder relationships directly or indirectly associated with Council.
- Provide consistent and timely customer service to colleagues and communities.

Work Health and Safety
• Apply Council policies and procedures in everyday work activities to help ensure a safe work environment and

comply with the requirements of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld) and other relevant safety
legislation.

- Maintain an understanding of work health and safety (WHS) legislation and Council’s WHS policies and

procedures, and foster a positive attitude towards WHS within work teams.

Team Contribution
As part of a collaborative team in a customer-facing role, the incumbent is expected to deliver exceptional
customer service and engage positively with people from diverse cultures, nationalities and backgrounds.

You will also:
• Work collaboratively with co-workers, actively contributing to the Shire’s vision and values.

- Raise issues with a solution-focused approach and contribute to a positive working environment.
- Build professional relationships with stakeholders at every level of the Shire.
- Actively display the values of the Shire in every interaction.
- Attend and participate in staff/team meetings and workshops as required.
- Actively participate in professional and career development opportunities, maintain current road inspection

and construction knowledge, and contribute to team capability, cohesion and continuous improvement.

Position Description – Road Inspector

Dated: 27 October 2026

Agility Statement
The information contained in this position description is intended to describe the nature and level of work to be
performed. It is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities, duties or skills required for the role. This position
description may change from time to time. Any reorganisation of duties will be discussed with the position
incumbent.

📌 Road Inspector (Queensland)
🏢 Paroo Shire Council
📍 Queensland