Team Leader – Theodore Construction The Opportunity To support the Construction Supervisor in the efficient and effective leadership of the team in order to deliver construction and maintenance projects within Council’s Works Program. About Us Banana Shire is situated in Central Queensland, Australia located 120 km west of the growing industrial city and port of Gladstone - and an easy drive to the city of Rockhampton. Our population is approximately 15,000 people spread over 28,577 square kilometres. Major industries in the area include Coal Mining, Power Generation, Beef Production, dryland cropping and irrigation such as Lucerne and Cotton. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist with project planning and monitoring Provide technical advice and leadership to employees Act in the role of Supervisor, as required Implement project plans and works schedules Implement project quality control methods to ensure completion of works to relevant quality assurance and environmental standards Maintain a high standard and consistent approach with the usage of all Council’s plant Maintain and service plant and equipment, in accordance with operating procedures Carry out general labouring duties Liaise with workplace representatives and employees to continuously improve work practices Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility providers and government authorities in the performance of duties including providing and obtaining information Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position e.g. timesheets Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices, as required Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery, as required Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS Compulsory Current Qld class ‘C’ driver’s licence Qld Construction White Card or Blue Card (General Safety Induction). Desirable Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence Implement Traffic Management Plans (ITMP) Qualification Other plant tickets. ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Compulsory Ability to plan, estimate and program civil infrastructure construction projects Demonstrated experience in civil infrastructure construction projects, including the ability to operate and maintain relevant plant and equipment Good literacy, numeracy and oral communication skills Good understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices. How to Apply Information on how to apply is in our application package, which can be obtained from our website www.banana.qld.gov.au or by calling 07 4992 9500 .