Team Leader Development and Civil Engineering

Permanent Full Time (Flexible)

Band 7 - starting at $105.898.07 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)

• Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and development
• Excellent employee benefits and competitive hourly rates
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment  

About the Role:

The Infrastructure, Traffic, and Civil Engineering Branch at Yarra City Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader. This role involves overseeing and managing our dedicated Development and Civil Engineering team, responsible for the oversight and inspection of reinstatement works on Council's roads and footpaths.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, direct, and supervise team members, ensuring accountability and effective performance.
• Plan, prioritise, and organise the team's work to meet Council objectives and goals.
• Oversee and manage reinstatement works on Council’s roads, footpaths, and land.
• Communicate effectively and manage external stakeholders working on Council assets.
• Maintain systems, practices, and processes to ensure Council’s information, database, and management systems are up-to-date and accurately maintained.

About You:

You excel at multitasking and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Your success will be measured by your ability to be an effective team player and contribute significantly to maintaining high-quality and efficient work practices.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Experience supervising civil works in a council environment.
• Thorough understanding of legislation, including Council Local Laws and the Road Management Act.
• Project Management experience.

What You Will Bring:

• Proven leadership experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management experience.
• Exceptional time and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to review and develop civil construction plans in line with Council's standard drawings.

Why Join Us:

If you are a leader with excellent communication skills, stakeholder management experience, and strong time and project management abilities, we invite you to join our team. Make a significant impact on the community by ensuring the quality and safety of our roads and footpath

For further information see the position description or contact Jacque Ryan, Roads Services Coordinator on 9205 5004 or jacqualine.ryan@yarracity.vic.gov.au.

 901532 -Team Leader Development and Civil Engineering - Infrastructure Environment - Position Description (March 2025).pdf

Applications close on Thursday 05 June 2025 11:55pm

In your application, please include/attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, provide an brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.

*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.