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ABOUT USSouth Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.Our values - Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence - are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.ABOUT THE ROLEOngoing Full TimeBased in LeongathaBase salary $72,338 (incl Industry Allowance) + Maintenance Allowance + 11.5% superannuationIf you''re a natural leader or experienced in supervising staff, we have a great leadership opportunity within our Periodic Maintenance team.The key objectives of the Periodic Maintenance team is to undertake preventative maintenance activities to maximise the life of Council''s road and road related assets.As Team Leader, you will bring a positive work culture and play a key role in coordinating resources and supporting staff to deliver the activities related to Council''s periodic maintenance program including road shoulder vegetation spraying, hydro-jetting, sweeper, pit and pipe cleaning and minor stormwater asset maintenance.Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:Provide leadership, supervision and on the job training to the operations staff.Organise, plan, implement and supervise operations works.Assist across any area of the Operations where work priorities demand.Safe and competent operation of plant and carry out labouring duties as required.Ensure that all plant and equipment used by the crew is maintained in a safe and operational condition and that plant condition is reported.Liaise with the public on specific projects or requests.ABOUT YOUTo be part of this exciting leadership opportunity you will have:Certificate III Civil Construction (Road Construction & Maintenance) or equivalent, or similar experience in road maintenance & drainage.Plant operating experience.Proven ability or capability to plan work for others, make resourcing decisions, deal appropriately with unforeseen circumstances.Ability to lead a team and ensure performance and behaviours of the team meet high level of expectation.Excellent customer service skills to liaise with members of the public, contractors and internal stakeholders.Clear written and verbal communication skills.Skills or capability to utilise computer skills required of the role.Current Heavy Vehicle Licence.Current Victorian Drivers Licence.WHY YOU''LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!Work-life balance with flexible working arrangementsRostered Days Off offered forfull time rolesOngoing training and professional development opportunitiesSouth Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environmentEnjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social ClubDiverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positionsMentoring, coaching and secondmentsAccess to 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramOpportunity to purchase additional leaveAnnual Enterprise Agreement salary incrementsFor more benefits,Please Click Here!NEXT STEPSIf you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application by filling out your details in the following fields and addressing the questions below. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest! You must answer your questions in the fields below, please do not attach them in a separate document, doing so may affect the progression of your application. You will also be required to upload two documents, your resume and cover letter.Your application will be reviewed after the closing date and we will be in contact via email regarding your progress. Please ensure you check your Spam Folder.All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate''s employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.To view the Position Description for this role, please CLICK HERE.Enquiries to: Toby Goss, Supervisor Periodic Drainage on 5662 9386.Applications close Midnight Wednesday 11 June 2025.Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we''ve got this one.South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9233 or email humanresources@southgippsland.vic.gov.au #J-18808-Ljbffr