Team Leader / Grader Operator
Infrastructure Services
Permanent Full Time
Operations Level 7
Hervey Bay
Salary package of $75,742 + annualised allowance of $2,597 + superannuation
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
We’re seeking an experienced Team Leader / Grader Operator to oversee road construction and maintenance projects across the Fraser Coast region. This role is crucial in ensuring the effective operation of Council’s plant and fleet while leading a small team to deliver high-quality infrastructure services. You’ll be joining a supportive and professional team, dedicated to maintaining and improving our region’s road network.
What your day will look like:
- Operating Council’s grader and associated equipment for road construction and maintenance.
- Leading a team of up to 10 staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery.
- Providing technical advice and on-site guidance to team members.
- Ensuring compliance with Workplace Health & Safety regulations and Council policies.
- Coordinating plant, staff, and contractors to meet project requirements.
- Maintaining accurate records of work activities, plant usage, and project progress.
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What you’ll need for success:
- Extensive experience operating a grader for road and drainage construction, including final trim work.
- Strong knowledge of road construction and maintenance principles for urban and rural infrastructure.
- Leadership skills with the ability to supervise, motivate, and mentor a team.
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities to liaise with stakeholders and coordinate works.
- Commitment to Workplace Health & Safety, ensuring a safe working environment.
- Ability to plan, organise, and complete projects efficiently within set timeframes.
- Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence at a minimum
What’s nice to have:
- Experience operating a variety of plant, including rollers, loaders, and backhoes
- Strong understanding of traffic control and temporary roadwork signage requirements.
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge, and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to see our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
- Learning and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Up to 12% employer super contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid Emergency Services leave
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Monday 4 August 2025 – subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Rick Lewis (Works Delivery Coordinator) on (0429) 991 926 during business hours only.
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