- Join a dedicated team focused on maintaining and improving civil infrastructure.
- Lead and support a specialist team to ensure quality and safety in all maintenance operations.
- Engage with community stakeholders and promote positive customer experiences.
- Enhance your career with professional development opportunities in a supportive environment.
Sutherland Shire Council is committed to delivering exceptional services and facilities that enhance the quality of life for our community. We value collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, striving to create a welcoming environment for both our employees and the community we serve.
The Leading Hand in the Civil Maintenance unit plays a crucial role in supporting the Maintenance Foreman in delivering both planned and reactive maintenance works on civil assets. This position is responsible for ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with Council policies and legislative requirements.
- Oversee a specialist team and align operations with Council’s strategic goals.
- Encourage continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery.
- Foster strong relationships with community stakeholders, contractors, and government agencies.
- Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety regulations and promote a safe working environment.
- Manage team performance and support the professional development of team members.
- Effectively manage resources to promote sustainability and safety in all operations.
- Lead initiatives that ensure child safety compliance within the team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil maintenance and leadership, demonstrating the ability to guide a team effectively while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. You will possess excellent communication skills, a customer-centric approach, and the ability to foster a collaborative team environment.
- Certificate II in Civil Construction or equivalent.
- Current Class C Driver Licence and NSW General Construction Induction (White Card).
- Traffic Control Ticket / Licence.
- Experience in leading civil maintenance teams and managing workloads.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with the public and provide exceptional customer service.
- Experience with mobile technology and work management applications.
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
- Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 2 August 2026
- Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
- Package: $72,577-$76,813 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
- Hours of work: Permanent Full Time. 38 hours per week - 9 day fortnight.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Richard Langton [email protected] Maintenance Supervisor for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady [email protected] Talent Acquisition Business Partner can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.
