Team Leader Roads (7103)

Job Reference: req72
Employment type: Permanent, Full-time
Applications close: 04/10/2026

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community. Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient. We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

Singleton Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader Roads to join our Civil Operations team.

This role offers a dynamic mix of leadership, project coordination, field-based supervision and strategic planning. You'll lead the delivery of road construction and maintenance projects, mentor and develop team members, coordinate resources, respond to community needs and collaborate with other operational teams to deliver critical infrastructure outcomes. Ideal for someone who enjoys variety, this is an opportunity to make a tangible impact while leading a high-performing team.

As a leader within our Civil Operations team, you'll play a key role in delivering and maintaining the road network and infrastructure that keeps our community connected, safe and moving forward. From major road rehabilitation projects to ongoing maintenance programs, you'll see the results of your work reflected across the region, creating lasting benefits for the Singleton community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and supervise road maintenance crews.
• Coordinate labour, plant and resources to deliver works programs and projects.
• Lead a positive, safe and high-performing team culture by coaching, mentoring and supporting employees to achieve their full potential and team objectives.
• Monitor and manage workplace health and safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with other operational team leaders to deliver major maintenance and capital works projects.
• Participate in an on-call roster and respond to emergency callouts when required.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance) or equivalent qualifications and/or experience.
• Experience in civil construction specifically the construction and maintenance of roads, both sealed and unsealed
• Demonstrated experience overseeing worksites, providing direction and coordinating the construction of major civil infrastructure and maintenance works and projects
• Proven experience and demonstrated ability to lead, coach and support staff to achieve work targets efficiently and effectively
• Experience using technology and software systems to manage works, projects and reporting.
• Sound understanding and application of Work Health and Safety practices.
• Current C Class Driver Licence (minimum).
• HR Driver Licence or willingness to obtain.
• White Card (General Construction Induction).
• Implement Traffic Control Plans accreditation is desirable.
• Experience operating civil construction plant and equipment is desirable. 

This position is offered on a Permanent, Full-time basis working 38 hours per week. The team currently work a 9-day fortnight and a rotating on-call roster.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 10 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $85,951.00 - $96,685.00 per annum plus superannuation. This position attracts the benefit of commuter use of a fit-for-purpose vehicle.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Work from home
• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight
• 4-day week

Your leave benefits include:

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE?
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Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description here.

INTERESTED?
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Leigh Hall, Coordinator Civil Operations on 0499554043.

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

Singleton Council is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants who will be working with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 04/10/2026.