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Leading Hand Drainage KilkivanA varied and challenging role: the successful applicant will be responsible for the coordination and supervision of daily activities of work crews whilst performing construction and maintenance tasks.Competitive annual salary commencing at $73,743, plus up to 13% superannuation.Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements, and a fortnightly RDO.RemunerationAnnual salary commencing at $73,743, plus up to 13% superannuation.Closing DateApplications close on Sunday 8th February 2026 at 11.00pm AEST.Role OverviewBased at our Kilkivan depot, the Leading Hand works under remote supervision and provides highlevel support to the Supervisor through coordination and supervision of daily activities of work crews while performing construction and maintenance tasks.ResponsibilitiesDemonstrated ability to perform work at trade or equivalent level under remote supervision.Ability to operate and maintain plant and equipment consistent with competencies held.Capacity to perform physical labouring tasks.Effectively motivate and coordinate a team to complete daily jobs within a work environment of moderate complexity (BSBWOR502).Manage time, set priorities and plan works in an environment of changing priorities and competing demands (BSBWOR404).Sound numeracy, written and verbal communication skills.Thorough knowledge of workplace health and safety considerations relevant to the area and proven ability to limit risks in this type of environment (BSBWHS401/RIIRIS301D).Ensure all work is performed to meet legislative requirements and responsibilities of Council.Queensland ''C'' Class driver''s licence that is current and maintained.Construction Industry (White/Blue card).Assist the Supervisor in achieving quality, safety and environmental outcomes for civil construction and maintenance activities.Implement and monitor policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements and ensure safety of all employees, contractors and members of the public.Complete risk assessments and follow established work procedures.Promptly raise issues with the immediate Supervisor.Plan own work and work of assigned staff to achieve task completion through efficient use of available plant, machinery and human resources.Lead the daily work of the crew while establishing and maintaining an environment which encourages teamwork. Guide and assist trainees.Perform general labouring and operate plant for which the holder is licensed.Ensure plant, tools and equipment are maintained in good order in accordance with the operator''s manual, council''s procedures and best practice.Accurately interpret plans, instructions and specifications.Use judgement and experience gained within the trade to solve problems on the job.Implement traffic control schemes when required.Champion technology improvements to support a mobile workforce. Contribute to the development of procedures in relation to area of work. Work autonomously, cohesively and collaboratively with other council teams.BenefitsNineday fortnight.Access to employee health and wellbeing programs.Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate.Long service leave after seven years.Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13%.Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements.Employee assistance programme offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.Our ValuesAccountability.Communication.Customer ServiceFocused.Integrity.Teamwork and Collaboration.Application ProcessSuccessful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police checks.To apply:Download and review the position description.Complete the information below as requested using your personal email.Click ''APPLY''.Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.Click ''NEXT'' and ''CONFIRM''.Please note before continuing: prepare responses in a separate Word or text document, save your work, then copypaste this prepared information into the form before completing the application process. Keep responses to a maximum of 300 words for each question.Contact DetailsFor information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council''s Coordinator Road Maintenance, Robert Dwine on 0417 447 264 or email [email protected] assistance lodging your application using Council''s online system, please contact Council''s Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 075481 0971 or email [email protected] Opportunity StatementGympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr