Team Leader Civil Infrastructure  

An opportunity to provide leadership to a large and diverse team whilst playing an integral role in the enhancement of our civil infrastructure operations and delivery of services to our community.

We’re seeking an experienced, highly driven and personable leader who has a passion for all things civil maintenance and construction. In this role,  you will plan and deliver civil work schedules in line with service levels, manage and oversee contractors and budgets, and lead a large and diverse team (approximately 20 reports) in undertaking a wide range of construction and maintenance work including, but not limited to, general labouring, sealed and unsealed roads, footpaths, storm water maintenance and construction to achieve operational excellence and the contemporary delivery of Council services in a financially and environmentally sustainable manner. 

Your positive nature and great communication skills will foster a responsive and enthusiastic team culture and ensure a high level of customer service is delivered. This varied role will see your effective planning, resourcing, development, delivery and supervision of civil infrastructure services fulfill council’s service levels, safety requirements and community expectations. 

To be successful you will need: 

• Proven experience in leadership and supervision of day to day activities of a multi-skilled team and the ability to manage with empathy, professionalism and innovation. 
• High-level knowledge of civil infrastructure maintenance and construction programs, strategies, activities and techniques in the civil infrastructure field.  
• Pro-active and efficient in the planning and scheduling of works in line with service levels. 
• Successful experience in contractor management and engagement. 
• An understanding of budget management and procurement processes. 
• Tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience in relevant field. 
• Ability to coordinate multiple concurrent maintenance and operational programs and projects to budget, specifications and time constraints. 
• An understanding of contemporary Work Health Safety and Risk Management Practices. 

Join a progressive & flexible organisation in this opportunity to influence change and be valued for your contribution. This is a full-time, permanent position offered at General Officer Level 6/7 $97,565 – 113,592 p.a. (commensurate with experience) + commuter use vehicle under our Municipal Salaries Officers Enterprise Agreement 2022. We are open to flexible work options and alternative work arrangements for the right candidate.

Benefits of working with us

Council is committed to delivering quality services and recognises that to achieve this, providing an environment for staff to flourish is essential. Here’s a glimpse at what’s on offer: 

• Flexible work culture with flexi time and flexible work arrangements. 
• Competitive discounts on private health insurance.
• Journey insurance and income protection.
• Professional development opportunities and much more! 

Essential position requirements

• This position requires you to hold and provide evidence of a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) before being appointed to the position. 
• All employees are required to undertake a pre-employment medical prior to commencement for income protection purposes. 

For further information and a copy of the position description, please refer to www.barossa.sa.gov.au. or contact the Organisational Culture & People team on (08) 8563 8444. To apply please forward your application addressing the position competency profile to The Barossa Council via [email protected] or via our website. 

Applications close 5pm 27 November 2023 - Previous applicants need not apply.

The Barossa Council is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles, a constructive culture, workplace diversity and professional development.