Team Leader- Construction
Salary Package up to $121,426pa
Do you enjoy leading teams to deliver quality projects? Are you interested in making a positive difference in your community?
About the role
The Shire of Ravensthorpe is seeking a highly self-motivated and experienced person to assist the Infrastructure Services team in the Full-Time position of Team Leader- Construction.
As the Construction Team Leader, you will start your day at the Ravensthorpe Depot and oversee the planning and execution of diverse civil construction projects, including roadworks, drainage, parks, footpaths, and related infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include managing labour, equipment, and materials to ensure safe, efficient operations in line with WHS legislation. You will lead your team to meet project timelines and budgets, handle staff rostering and reporting, manage procurement and resource allocation, and ensure adherence to Shire policies and procedures. Additionally, you’ll coordinate traffic management, engage with contractors and internal stakeholders, and assist the Works Supervisor with project delivery.
The successful candidate will have proven experience leading teams in the delivery of civil construction projects, including supervising staff and contractors to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget. Strong people management skills, along with a solid understanding of construction methods, WHS procedures, and machinery operations, are essential. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management abilities are also required. Desirable knowledge includes local government regulations and identifying external work opportunities.
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Ted Kilbey, Works Supervisor by calling (08) 9839 0000 to further discuss the opportunities and requirements for this position or to request a position description.
Conditions
Applicants must have or be willing to successfully obtain:
- White Card
- First Aid
- Current HR licence as a minimum
- Certificate in operating and maintaining a chainsaw
- Traffic management certificate
- Certificates in machinery operations or equivalent
- Pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol.
- National police clearance
What’s in it for you?
A total salary package up to $121,426pa will be offered dependent on qualifications, skills and experience as per the Ravensthorpe Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2023.
There are lots of benefits to taking up this role with SOR
- A competitive, Enterprise Bargaining Agreement-based salary with annual increments
- Flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times.
- 12% superannuation
- Additional 5% superannuation with co contributions
- $114 per week pro rata allowance for full and part time employees residing within the Shire, to assist with the living costs associated with living in an isolated area
- Commuter use of a vehicle
- Phone allowance
- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- Two additional days of leave per year (local government holidays)
- 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
- Free Gym and Pool season pass for all full and part time employees
- Free Annual Flu shot
Location
The Shire of Ravensthorpe encompasses the settlements of Ravensthorpe, Hopetoun, Jerdacuttup, Munglinup and Fitzgerald and is located within the picturesque Fitzgerald Biosphere Coast region. Located five hours south east of Perth, two hours west of Esperance and three hours east of Albany, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is nestled amongst the spectacular Fitzgerald River National Park, the Ravensthorpe Range and stunning coastline.
A beautiful and family friendly place to settle that offers a healthy lifestyle, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is made up of strong communities, with locals who are passionate about agriculture, art, wildflowers, history, the environment, sport, fishing and recreation. The primary industries include mining, farming and tourism.
How to apply for this position
Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:
- A current resume outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A covering letter outlining your suitable experience for the position and why you are interested in this field of work.
- The contact details of two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your application. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current Supervisor or Manager.
Applications can be emailed to recruitment@ravensthorpe.wa.gov.au or posted to PO Box 43, Ravensthorpe WA 6346, addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Ravensthorpe and marked Confidential – Team Leader- Construction no later than 4pm Monday 25 August, 2025.
Supporting a diverse workforce
The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a family friendly and equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equality and diversity. We value the unique diversity that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.
We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Matthew Bird
Chief Executive Officer |