Water Industry Worker - Team Leader

Water Industry Worker - Team Leader (200968) 

Permanent Full Time - 38 hours per week 

$99,664.21 Annually (including applicable allowances) + 13% super  

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… on beautiful Redlands Coast.

Redlands is proud to rank among Queensland’s Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing in the SGS Cities and Regions Wellbeing Index - confirming our community as a great place to live, work, and grow.

Join our team as a Water Industry Worker - Team Leader and take the next step in your career with a role that blends hands-on field work with leadership responsibility.

Your responsibilities will include:

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  Leading a crew to deliver safe, timely, and high-quality maintenance and construction outcomes in the field
  
  


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  Overseeing day-to-day operations while fostering a collaborative, fair, and supportive team environment
  
  


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  Ensuring all works comply with relevant water industry standards, regulations, and best practices
  
  


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  Promoting and maintaining a strong safety-first culture across all activities
  
  


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  Providing technical guidance and hands-on problem-solving support in the field
  
  


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  Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in work methods and processes
  
  


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  Maintaining accurate records, including job costing, reporting, and system updates
  
  


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  Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers and stakeholders through clear and professional communication
  
  

Skills and experience:

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  Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support a field-based work crew
  
  


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  Experience delivering water/wastewater maintenance and construction services
  
  


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  Strong interpersonal skills, including training, motivation, and conflict resolution
  
  


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  Physical capability to perform a wide range of manual and labouring tasks
  
  


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  Solid knowledge of WHS regulations and commitment to safety leadership
  
  


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  Customer-focused mindset with the ability to negotiate and resolve issues
  
  


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  Confidence making decisions in complex operational environments
  
  


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  Strong administrative, record-keeping, and communication skills
  
  

Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying - it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

Why this role stands out:

• 9-day fortnight offering great work-life balance


• Operational use of a Council vehicle + career progression support 


• Lead a supportive and safety-focused team

Working for us means enjoying diverse work and gaining opportunities to grow in a region of outstanding natural beauty - Redlands Coast. In return for your passion and commitment to making a meaningful and ongoing contribution to our naturally wonderful community, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you.

More reasons to love working with us:

• Professional development – job-specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through LinkedIn Learning. We invest in your growth from day one.


• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave with leave loading, 15 days personal/carer’s leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and additional flexible leave options to support your lifestyle.


• Rewarding role-specific allowances recognising the responsibilities, skill, and impact of your position.


• Mental health and wellbeing support – access to EAP, external providers, training, and awareness programs to foster openness and reduce stigma.


• Exclusive employee lifestyle perks – discounts, cashback, health benefits, and savings on essentials, travel, tech, dining, and car ownership through novated leasing, plus employee banking benefits.


• Flexible working options – access RedFlex, offering flexibility in how, when, and where you work.


• Optional purchased leave available after probation.


• Incentives for returning from parental leave including credited leave and superannuation benefits.

View more great employee benefits here.

Who we are:

Eligibility:

• You'll hold a Current Class C driver’s licence


• You'll hold a Construction White Card (Work Safely in the Construction Industry)


• You'll have a Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the water industry


• You'll have the ability to participate in the after-hours on-call roster, including weekends and public holidays


• You'll have the ability and fitness to perform manual and physically demanding tasks


• You'll have the ability to obtain and maintain a Confined Space Entry Certificate


• You'll have a Certificate IV Water Industry Operations (or equivalent) or the ability to obtain this on the job qualification within 2 years of employment


• Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal history check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. 


• To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Ready to join us?
 

Click Apply to submit your application via Council’s online portal (or through OURspace for current employees). Please include:

• A one-page cover letter; and


• A current resume outlining how you meet the role requirements.

Note: We do not accept email, hard copy or third-party applications. 

For more information about this position (200968), please contact Marek Miller on 0479 190 297.  Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 12/07/2026.

At Redland City Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community. 

To support an inclusive recruitment experience, please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment or interview process by contacting [email protected]

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