Job Description
About the role:
There are two positions available. This role is responsible for leading a gang and, when required, coordinating contractors to carry out a variety of maintenance tasks under minimal supervision. Work may include road and pavement repairs, earthworks, vegetation control, and other related activities, requiring well-developed communication and problem-solving skills. The role is essential in ensuring the safety of the public and workers, protecting environmental values, and supporting emergency services during adverse conditions. It also involves liaising with other Council units and external authorities, maintaining records for the maintenance management system, and performing other duties as directed by the Supervisor.
What's on offer:
a permanent position with a base salary ranging from $65,853 per annum with competency-based increments up to $75,449 per annum, plus 12% super
76 hour, * day fortnight
training and development opportunities
flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
generous employment conditions (we have too many to list -
We are seeking:
Hold a current Medium Rigid drivers licence
Skilled in road maintenance and supervision of staff, equipment, and resources.
Experienced in estimating resources, quality control, and site safety/traffic management.
Strong communication skills, including documentation and record keeping.
Knowledgeable in Maintenance Management Systems and environmental protection.
Proficient in reading engineering drawings and preparing cost estimates up to $5K.
About us:
Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.
Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options.
Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 and 2025 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.
Where it's located:
These positions are based in Cabarita, and can be directed to work from any Council work site.
Position closes:
Tuesday 28 April 2026 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.
Pre-Employment Screening:
Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process.
Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake:
Pre-employment medical – some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and ******* screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered).
Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct.
Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors. Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate.
Immunisations:
This position is identified as at risk of contracting vaccine-preventable/manageable diseases and as a consequence impacted employees are strongly recommended to participate in Council’s workplace vaccination program.
How To Apply:
You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council.
Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later.
Have your Resume document ready to go.
If you'd like to COPY and PASTE question fields into a separate Word document to work on over time, please find them listed below:
Selection Criteria:
Why are you interested in working at Tweed Shire Council, and what excites you most about this particular opportunity?
Do you hold a current Medium Rigid drivers licence?
Describe your experience in road maintenance and supervising staff, plant, and physical resources.
How do you go about estimating resources and maintaining quality control for maintenance activities? Please provide an example.
How have you managed site safety and road traffic control during maintenance works? Please provide an example.
Describe your experience using Maintenance Management Systems and interpreting engineering drawings to prepare cost estimates (up to $5K)?
SK97188A
OFFICE USE ONLY
Unit
Roads & Stormwater
Job Grade
4A
Industry
Roads & Stormwater
Employment Type
Full-time
There are two positions available. This role is responsible for leading a gang and, when required, coordinating contractors to carry out a variety of maintenance tasks under minimal supervision. Work may include road and pavement repairs, earthworks, vegetation control, and other related activities, requiring well-developed communication and problem-solving skills. The role is essential in ensuring the safety of the public and workers, protecting environmental values, and supporting emergency services during adverse conditions. It also involves liaising with other Council units and external authorities, maintaining records for the maintenance management system, and performing other duties as directed by the Supervisor.
What's on offer:
a permanent position with a base salary ranging from $65,853 per annum with competency-based increments up to $75,449 per annum, plus 12% super
76 hour, * day fortnight
training and development opportunities
flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
generous employment conditions (we have too many to list -
We are seeking:
Hold a current Medium Rigid drivers licence
Skilled in road maintenance and supervision of staff, equipment, and resources.
Experienced in estimating resources, quality control, and site safety/traffic management.
Strong communication skills, including documentation and record keeping.
Knowledgeable in Maintenance Management Systems and environmental protection.
Proficient in reading engineering drawings and preparing cost estimates up to $5K.
About us:
Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.
Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options.
Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 and 2025 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.
Where it's located:
These positions are based in Cabarita, and can be directed to work from any Council work site.
Position closes:
Tuesday 28 April 2026 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.
Pre-Employment Screening:
Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process.
Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake:
Pre-employment medical – some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and ******* screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered).
Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct.
Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors. Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate.
Immunisations:
This position is identified as at risk of contracting vaccine-preventable/manageable diseases and as a consequence impacted employees are strongly recommended to participate in Council’s workplace vaccination program.
How To Apply:
You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council.
Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later.
Have your Resume document ready to go.
If you'd like to COPY and PASTE question fields into a separate Word document to work on over time, please find them listed below:
Selection Criteria:
Why are you interested in working at Tweed Shire Council, and what excites you most about this particular opportunity?
Do you hold a current Medium Rigid drivers licence?
Describe your experience in road maintenance and supervising staff, plant, and physical resources.
How do you go about estimating resources and maintaining quality control for maintenance activities? Please provide an example.
How have you managed site safety and road traffic control during maintenance works? Please provide an example.
Describe your experience using Maintenance Management Systems and interpreting engineering drawings to prepare cost estimates (up to $5K)?
SK97188A
OFFICE USE ONLY
Unit
Roads & Stormwater
Job Grade
4A
Industry
Roads & Stormwater
Employment Type
Full-time
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Ganger - Maintenance position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Cabarita offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
