At Broken Hill City Council our work is the city that surrounds us. When you join our team, the results and success of your work are evident in every facet of city life. We work together every day to shape a community and create a city of which we can be truly proud. We have an exciting career opportunity working within our Infrastructure Operations as a permanent full-time Coordinator Trades Services. Job Description Reporting to the Manager Infrastructure Operations, you will support Broken Hill City Council in delivering valued services to the community. The role oversees the coordination and scheduling of Council’s trades operations, ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of maintenance, repair, and project works across Council’s facilities and infrastructure. To experience success in this role, you will use your knowledge, skills and experience to ensure that works undertaken are completed safely in accordance with relevant legislation, standards, accepted industry practices and Council policies and will include the supervision of all staff and contractors associated with the works. Suitable applicants will require recent relevant work experience as well as an in-depth knowledge and a high level of demonstrated competency in the provision of various trade services including the ability to plan, monitor and report. We are seeking a highly motivated person with the ability to lead a team and meet challenges head on. At Broken Hill City Council, we welcome you to join our team moving forward and enjoy the career success you hope for. Essential Criteria: Current Class C Drivers Licence. Trade qualification or equivalent extensive experience in a relevant field (e.g., Building, Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Masonry, Boilermaking / Metal Fabrication or similar). Demonstrated experience in leading teams and managing multiple worksites or trade-based projects. Sound knowledge of Council operations, maintenance scheduling and WHS compliance requirements. Proven leadership skills, including the ability to motivate, support and develop employees to achieve high performance outcomes. Demonstrated experience in the effective management and allocation of resources, including plant, materials and labour. Demonstrated ability to analyse systems, work practices and implement positive changes. Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite Applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook. The ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate the following: Commitment to a strong values culture and a preparedness to ‘Play your Role’. Understand all Council staff are one team working towards a shared purpose. Commitment to a safe and healthy workplace. Commitment to embracing Councils Customer service framework and to ‘Think like the Customer’. Commitment to continuous improvement and embracing change. Have a commitment to the liveability of our community. Benefits working for Council include: Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks annual leave Paid Long Service Leave after 5 years continuous service Fortnightly Rostered Day Off Corporate Health and Wellbeing Initiatives (i.e., flu vaccinations and skin checks) Employee growth and development opportunities Salary packaging options Social Clubs Appointment will be subject to: Pre-employment Medical National Police and Background Check Reference Checks Job reference: BHCC-TDS-01 Please click on link to Coordinator Trades Services position description Any questions about the role can be directed to Codie Howard, Director Infrastructure & Environment on (08) 80803122. To apply for this role, CLICK APPLY and provide Council with three-page (max.) cover letter that focuses on the on the essential requirements of the role; and demonstrates your successes in previous roles. Please upload an up to date resume with at least two current work related referees. Note: No AI generated applications will be considered for the position. Applications close Friday 31 October 2025 at 5pm (ACST). Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. People from Indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Council’s People and Culture Department on (08) 8080 3346 or (08) 80803347. Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.
