Crew Leader

Fixed Term FullTime opportunity available (Up to June 2027, 9 dayfortnight) Certificate III Conservation and Land Management or similar qualification LGE 6 ($72,237 per annum + superannuation) Why Choose Us Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle. Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more. We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city. We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growing a city for this and future generations by building a vibrant, sustainable and innovative city. Council’s vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven and innovation focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future. Our Vision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature. Our Purpose: Grow Townsville Our Values: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment About the Role The Crew Leader – Yellow Crazy Ants leads and upskills a team of Ecology Technicians in the delivery of the Townsville Yellow Crazy Ant Management Program. The purpose of this role is to provide field supervision for the delivery of Yellow Crazy Ant Eradication works, including the management of service quality, technical compliance, worksite safety and budget compliance. The role provides sound technical advice to Ecology Technicians and works closely with the Operations Supervisor – Yellow Crazy Ant to identify resource capability and capacity needs in line with the objectives of the Townsville Yellow Crazy Ant Management Program. About You Our ideal candidate will have: Mandatory Current Manual "C" class licence. Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD). Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to operate and lead others safely in remote environments. 4WD training highly regarded. Effective organisational skills and ability to produce effective and efficient on-ground outcomes for identification, monitoring, and eradication of Yellow Crazy Ants. Ability to obtain a Townsville City Council Authorised Persons and Local Government Worker card. Certificate III Conservation and Land Management or similar qualification and 1 year experience in the supervision and leadership of staff (desired). Current Pest Management Technicians (Domestic Pest) licence, or the ability to obtain. Ability to safely operate and lead others in a range of light plant items, machinery and equipment associated with Yellow Crazy Ant eradication works. Experience in applying Workplace Health and Safety in an operational environment, including prestart inspections and site audits. Experience operating computerised equipment (e.g. data loggers, GPS, etc.) including the use of MS Office Suite and business systems. Inspect and Clean Machinery for Plant, Animal and Soil Material competency. First Aid/CPR Certificate. License to Operate a Forklift Truck. How to Apply Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume and attached copies of any licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role. If you wish to discuss this position further, please contact Lisa (Senior Team Leader) at ************@townsville.qld.gov.au For further information review the Position Description. Closing Date: 11.45pm, Thursday 27 November 2025 What We Offer 17.5% annual leave loading Up to 5 weeks annual leave Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Learning and Development opportunities Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program * The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact **************@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 9*** for a confidential discussion. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr