Team Leader, Works

About us
Central Desert Regional Council is a local government authority covering an area over 282,000 Sq. kilometres. The Council provides a range of services in 12 communities to the North of Alice Springs: Lajamanu, Ti tree, Wilora, Nturiya, Pmara Jutunta, Willowra, Laramba, Nyirripi, Yuelamu, Atitjere, Engawala and Yuendumu. There are also several homelands and outstations. The Central Desert area is considered remote and disadvantaged and over 80% of the population is Aboriginal.
The Role
Provision of quality field maintenance, contract and municipal services in accordance with Regional Council corporate plans and policies and relevant legislation.
Keys to your success

• Safety operate and maintain a range of heavy machinery, tools, plant and equipment including tractors, backhoes, garbage truck, and forklifts.
• Supervise and mentor staff, ensuring that Council policy and WHS obligations are applied.
• Prepare work plans on a regular basis, maintain records of job costs and timesheets.
• Coordinate materials and resources.
• Maintenance and development of parks, gardens, roads, waste management facilities, and Council infrastructure.
• Ensure tools, plant, equipment and vehicles are used appropriately and maintained in good working order.
• Provide regular written reports and updates on works program completion and projects.
• Ensure safety for yourself and others in the workplace, engage in an effective and proactive health, safety and wellbeing culture.
• Any other reasonable duties delegated by the Supervisor which are within level.

What's on offer?

• Total remuneration package $81,288.31 (salary $72,243.93)
• 6 weeks of annual leave
• 17.5% leave loading
• 4 additional leave days
• 10.5% superannuation

The Northern Territory Government has put together resources to help your visit to community be successful. Please have a look at the Remote Engagement and Coordination Strategy and Toolkit available from www.bushready.nt.gov.au or bushtel.nt.gov.au.
To apply for this position, please download the Position Description to address the selection criteria on a cover letter of no more than 2 pages and email along with your resume to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

• Closing date: 07-09-2022 00:00
• Directorate: Council Services
• Location: Willowra

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $72,243.93 per year