We're recruiting for current and future Team Leader vacancies. Applications will be assessed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be contacted for interview throughout the advertising period. We encourage interested applicants to apply early, as positions may be filled as suitable candidates are identified.

Join our team as a Water Industry Worker - Team Leader (multiple positions)

Ready to take the next step in your water industry career? Due to continued investment in our City Water team, we're seeking expressions of interest from experienced water industry professionals for current and future Water Industry Worker Team Leader opportunities. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as part of a rolling recruitment process.

As a Water Industry Worker Team Leader, you'll combine your technical expertise with hands‑on leadership, guiding a skilled field crew to deliver essential services that keep our community running. From reactive maintenance and network repairs to non-routine construction and property connections, you'll play a key role in maintaining critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Redland City.

This is more than just a leadership role. It's an opportunity to help shape a growing team, mentor staff, and contribute to the continued improvement of our services while remaining actively involved in field operations.

We're particularly interested in people with solid practical experience in the water industry. While a Certificate IV is highly regarded, we welcome applications from experienced industry professionals who are keen to further develop their leadership capabilities and complete formal qualifications as part of the role.

Your responsibilities will include:





- Leading a crew to deliver safe, timely, and high‑quality maintenance and construction outcomes in the field
- Overseeing day‑to‑day operations while fostering a collaborative, fair, and supportive team environment
- Ensuring all works comply with relevant water industry standards, regulations, and best practices
- Promoting and maintaining a strong safety‑first culture across all activities
- Providing technical guidance and hands‑on problem‑solving support in the field
- Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in work methods and processes
- Maintaining accurate records, including job costing, reporting, and system updates
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers and stakeholders through clear and qualified communication

Skills and experience:

- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support a field‑based work crew
- Experience delivering water/wastewater maintenance and construction services
- Strong interpersonal skills, including training, motivation, and conflict resolution
- Physical capability to perform a wide range of manual and labouring tasks
- Solid knowledge of WHS regulations and commitment to safety leadership
- Customer‑focused mindset with the ability to negotiate and resolve issues
- Confidence making decisions in complex operational environments
- Strong administrative, record‑keeping,



and communication skills

Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying - it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

Why this role stands out:

Enjoy great work‑life balance with a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO) & 38 hour work week (reducing to 36.25 hours per week in November 2026)

Operational use of a Council vehicle + career progression support

Lead a supportive and safety‑focused team

Working for us means enjoying diverse work and gaining opportunities to grow in a region of outstanding natural beauty - Redlands Coast. In return for your passion and commitment to making a meaningful and ongoing contribution to our naturally wonderful community, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you.

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… on beautiful Redlands Coast.

More reasons to love working with us:

- Professional development – job-specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through LinkedIn Learning. We invest in your growth from day one.
- Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave with leave loading, 15 days personal/carer’s leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and additional flexible leave options to support your lifestyle.
- Rewarding role‑specific allowances recognising the responsibilities, skill, and impact of your position.
- Mental health and wellbeing support – access to EAP, external providers, training, and awareness programs to foster openness and reduce stigma.
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📌 Water Industry Team Leader (Cleveland)
🏢 Redland City Council
📍 Cleveland