Supervisor Carpentry, Painting and Bricklaying

TAKE THE NEXT STEP UP IN YOUR BUILDING CAREER

• $98,715.48 - $110,316.28 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• Permanent Full time position based at our Principal Depot in Charlton.
• Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!

About the position

In this position, you will oversee the Carpentry, Painting and Bricklaying teams within the Building Services department, providing leadership and technical expertise to ensure efficient maintenance, servicing and improvements of Council’s built environment.

Working under general direction of the Coordinator Building Services, you will be responsible for supervising the team's daily activities, coordinating work assignments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements. As part of Property Services, you will be required to work alongside other teams (including but not limited to Electrical Services, Plumbing, Signwriting and the Facility Management Team) on multi-faceted projects.

You will be tasked with fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and collaboration among team members while maintaining cost-effective practices and delivering high-quality service to the community.

What we provide 

• Development, leadership and management training opportunities. 
• Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your superannuation.
• Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance.
• Active social club – TRC Employee’s Association.
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership.
• Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks.
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems.

What you'll bring

• Certificate III in Carpentry, or Painting and Decorating, or Bricklaying and Blocklaying.
• Current ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence.
• Current certificate in confined space or a willingness to obtain this within 3 months of commencement. The ability to revalidate this certificate is also required.
• WHS Competency (White Card) for CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent, or a willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Certificates of Competency in working at heights, traffic control, asbestos identification / management are desirable.
• Current ‘HR’ Driver’s Licence is desirable.
• Possession of relevant machinery tickets / High Risk Licences are highly regarded.
• Tertiary qualifications in related fields such as Building and Construction Management, Business or Project Management are highly desirable.
• Sound technical, regulatory compliance, and risk management knowledge. 
• Leadership and management skills.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and collaboration skills.
• Accountability.

Please click here to see the Position Description.

How to apply

To apply, please submit two documents:

1. Your current resume; and 
2. A document (maximum 2 pages) that addresses each of the Success Criteria listed in the Position Description. For each criterion:
   • Use headings to identify which criterion you are addressing.
   • Provide specific examples that demonstrate your skills, experience, and achievements related to that criterion. (Tip: tell us what you did, how you did it, and what the outcome was).

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.

Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council.  Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further information

Please contact Matt Brown - Principal Property Operations - on (07) 4688 6567 within business hours.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 2 December 2026.

About Council

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

Attachments:
- Position Description - Supervisor Carpentry, Painting and Bricklaying (5257).pdf
- TRC Values and Behaviours.pdf