Team Leader Grader Operator
- Lead road construction and maintenance work, including high-level grader operation and final trim work.
- Supervise and support a field-based crew, coordinating work quality, safety and delivery.
- Coordinate contractors, provide practical technical advice and maintain accurate operational records.
Team Leader Grader Operator
Infrastructure Operations
Permanent Full Time
Hervey Bay
Operations Level 7- $78,862 plus superannuation
- + annualised allowance of $2,701
- + 9-day fortnight
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 are seeking an experienced civil construction professional to lead a field-based road maintenance and construction team while undertaking high-level grader operations, including final trim work. This hands-on leadership role combines technical expertise, crew supervision and operational delivery to ensure Council projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard.
What your day will look like:
- Lead road construction and maintenance activities, including final trim grader operations
- Supervise and support a field-based crew, allocating work and monitoring quality outcomes.
- Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with WHS requirements and traffic management controls.
- Provide technical advice and practical solutions to support operational delivery.
- Coordinate contractors and service providers to maximise efficiency and value for money.
- Maintain accurate records using Council's works management and corporate systems.
Please click here to view a full position description.
What you’ll need for success:
- Valid HR driver licence recognised in Queensland.
- General Construction Induction (White Card).
- Grader Operations Competency.
- Road Roller Operations Competency.
- Backhoe/Loader Operations Competency.
- Demonstrated experience leading field-based teams, including work planning, quality control and staff support.
- Extensive experience operating a single-unit grader, including final trim work.
- Experience delivering road and drainage construction and maintenance works to required standards and timeframes.
- Sound knowledge of WHS requirements, hazard identification and risk controls.
- Effective communication, stakeholder engagement and record-keeping skills.
What’s nice to have:
- Certificate III (AQF Level 3 or above) in Civil Construction.
- First Aid Certificate
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.
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 review our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
- Values based culture
- Employee discount shopping program
- Professional development
- Flexible working arrangements including work from home
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency services leave
- Uniform subsidy
- Years of service rewards
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Monday 30 November 2026 – 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 Daniel Carter (A/g Works Delivery Coordinator) on mobile 0400 901 404.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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