Team Leader - Transport Operations - Construction

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

• Salary Range $78k - $94k per annum
• 9 Day Fortnight
• Fitness Passport + On-Site Parking

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Coordinator Transport Operations and based primarily out of Council's depot at Wilberforce. The purpose of this role is to provide leadership to, and be accountable for, the performance of the day labour workforce and contractors that are responsible for the completion of construction projects on Council's transport and stormwater assets. The Team Leader will ensure agreed specifications are met and within agreed timeframes, as directed by the Coordinator Transport Operations.

About You

You will have a minimum of 5+ years demonstrated experience leading teams in operational activities in a construction environment. You will be adept at using work management systems and have robust experience in work prioritisation. You will demonstrate astute judgement and professionalism which will support you to effectively and positively supervise and motivate the team, as well as build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in relevant technical discipline or demonstrated equivalent competencies gained through experience
• Accredited to prepare a work zone traffic management plan (PWZ)
• Valid Class C Licence, MR licence desirable
• 5+ years demonstrated experience leading operational activities in a construction or maintenance environment
• Demonstrated experience in work management systems and work prioritisation
• Ability to determine project requirements, interpret plans and plan and execute works
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• The right to live and work in Australia
• Class C Drivers Licence
• WHS General Construction Work in NSW
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration

The Rewards

An attractive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience.

• Great working environment
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tertiary Education Assistance
• Health and Wellbeing Program
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition program
• Fitness Passport Option
• Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our websitewww.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au or call Council's People and Development Team on 02 •••• •444.

Applications close Sunday, 6th September 2026

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.