Maintenance and Livestock Team leader

Maintenance and Livestock Team Leader 

• Permanent / Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week, 9 day fortnight
• $82,943 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 5 + Site Allowance + Leading Hand Allowance 2) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Step into a hands-on leadership role where history comes to life. As the Maintenance and Livestock Team Leader, you’ll take the reins of a dynamic team responsible for maintaining and restoring a vibrant Heritage Village, preserving the past while creating memorable visitor experiences.

This is more than just maintenance. From restoring artefacts and caring for livestock to overseeing site presentation and supporting community events, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how the community connects with its heritage. You’ll lead, mentor and coordinate staff and volunteers, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality operations across the site.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a diverse, outdoor environment, part leader, part problem-solver, part craftsperson. With a blend of mechanical know-how, restoration skills and livestock experience, you’ll bring passion, adaptability and a commitment to excellence in everything you do

If you enjoy variety in your day, take pride in hands-on work, and love leading teams to deliver meaningful outcomes for the community, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Bring your skills. Lead with purpose. Help preserve history for future generations.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop staff and volunteers
• Experience in handyman, maintenance and/or restoration work
• Experience working with livestock, including horses and animal care practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise work, with sound problem solving and decision-making skills

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1. A 2-4 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
2. Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

• Must hold a valid White Card. Desirable to have Certificates of Competency to operate mobile plant equipment (Forklift, Tractor, and Skid Steer/Bobcat) or willing to obtain.   
• Proven ability to lead, train and coordinate staff/volunteers, delivering effective site operations alongside strong safety, compliance, risk management and record-keeping practices.
• Extensive hands-on experience in maintenance, mechanical work and restoration of vehicles, buildings and artefacts, with demonstrated mechanical aptitude to inspect, troubleshoot, maintain and safely operate amusement rides and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in handyman and restoration work combined with strong expertise in livestock husbandry, care, handling and welfare management (including horses).

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 24 August 2026 at Midnight (AEST)