Supervisor Roads Projects

Supervisor Roads Projects
Infrastructure Operations
Permanent Full Time
Hervey Bay

• + 9-day fortnight

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Supervisor Roads Projects to lead the delivery of construction, maintenance and capital works programs across the Fraser Coast region. This hands-on leadership role provides the opportunity to coordinate field-based teams, oversee project delivery, and ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Working within our Works Operations team, you will play a key role in delivering infrastructure outcomes that benefit our community.

What your day will look like:

• Lead and coordinate road construction, maintenance and capital works crews
• Plan and manage daily and weekly work programs and resources
• Monitor project progress, productivity and service delivery outcomes
• Ensure compliance with WHS requirements, quality standards and traffic controls
• Manage operational records, reporting and project documentation
• Liaise with customers, contractors and stakeholders regarding works and service impacts.

Please click here to view a full position description.

What you’ll need for success:

• Valid Queensland Class C or CA Driver Licence
• General Construction Induction (White Card)
• Experience supervising and leading field-based operational teams
• Ability to plan, coordinate and manage work programs and resources
• Experience monitoring performance, productivity and service outcomes
• Knowledge of civil construction, maintenance or infrastructure operations
• Strong understanding of WHS, quality and risk management practices
• Effective communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.

What’s nice to have:

• Certificate III in Civil Construction or relevant trade qualification
• First Aid Certificate
• Authorised Person Safe Work Near Exposed Live Parts

We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidy
• Years of service rewards

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Monday 24 August 2026 – subject to change pending qualified applications received.

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.

For further details please contact Rick Lewis (Works Delivery Coordinator) on rick.lewis@frasercoast.qld.gov.au or on mobile 04•• ••• 926.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.