Team Leader – Water Industry Worker Redland City Council

Permanent Full Time–38hours per week

$86,008.83

Annually+ up to 13% super

Water Industry Worker – Level 4 including applicable allowances

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

Lead a small crew to deliver high-quality reactive and planned maintenance, non-routine construction, and property connection services across Redland City’s water and wastewater networks. You’ll be responsible for ensuring works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to a high standard, while promoting a strong safety culture and supporting positive outcomes for the community. Council will provide training and support to help you gain the full industry qualifications required for the role, offering a clear pathway for career progression.

• Leading a crew to deliver safe, timely and high-quality maintenance and construction services
• Supervising day-to-day operations while fostering teamwork, fairness, and cooperation
• Ensuring compliance with water industry standards, regulations, and best practices
• Promoting and maintaining a strong safety-first culture in all work activities
• Providing technical advice and problem-solving support for operational challenges
• Driving innovation and continuous improvement in work methods and practices
• Maintaining accurate work records, job costing, and system updates
• Building positive relationships with customers and stakeholders through clear communication

• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support a work crew in a field-based environment
• Demonstrated success delivering water/wastewater maintenance and construction services
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience in training, conflict resolution, and motivation
• Physically capable of performing a wide range of manual and labouring tasks
• Sound knowledge of WHS regulations and commitment to promoting a safety-first culture
• Strong customer service focus with the ability to negotiate and resolve issues effectively
• Confident decision-making in complex operational situations
• Proficient in administration, record keeping, and clear written and verbal communication
• Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying – it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

• 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.

• Professional development – job-specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through Linked In 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 Red Flex, offering flexibility in how, when, and where you work.
• Optional purchased leave available after probation.
• Incentives for returning from…