East Gippsland Shire Council

Roads Supervisor East

Posted: 16 hours ago

Job Description

In this multifaceted leadership role, you'll take charge of maintaining Council's vital road infrastructure across the eastern region. Beyond the roads, you'll play a key part in enhancing community spaces—supporting the Open Space team to care for walking trails, jetties, scenic foreshores, and other open areas throughout the Orbost-Marlo district. Your work will help keep our region connected, accessible, and inviting for everyone.We Are East Gippsland ShireEast Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia's largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!East Gippsland Shire Council is a large regional council covering 10% of Victoria. With a workforce of over 600 passionate community members, EGSC offers challenging and rewarding skills development and the ability to work with a range of teams across a range of locations.The Civil Infrastructure team manages and maintains an extensive network of roads, bridges, drainage systems, and public spaces, ensuring safe and reliable access across our diverse landscapes—from high country to coastal communities. Their work also supports open spaces like walking trails, jetties, and foreshores, helping residents and visitors enjoy the natural beauty of East Gippsland.A unique blend of nature, culture, and recreational opportunities, East Gippsland Shire is a captivating destination for those looking to broaden their skills whilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.The OpportunityAs the Roads Supervisor East, you'll take the lead in maintaining and improving Council's road network across the eastern region, ensuring safe and reliable connections for our communities. You'll also collaborate with the Open Space team to care for walking trails, jetties, and scenic foreshoresKey responsibilitiesCoordinate and oversee road maintenance activities across the eastern region to ensure safe and reliable infrastructure.Inspect roads and related assets, prioritise works, and issue orders to contractors for timely completion.Monitor contractor performance, compliance with safety standards, and adherence to Council policies.Respond to community enquiries and provide practical solutions to asset-related issues.Support maintenance of open space assets such as walking trails, jetties, and foreshores within the Orbost-Marlo district.This is a permanent full-time role based from the Orbost depot.Things You're Proud Of (Key Selection Criteria)Experience in roads and infrastructure maintenance.Understanding of contractor management.Intermediate level information technology skills and experience.Ability to deal with customers.Ability to work nonstandard hours and at any Shire location if required.A current, valid Victorian driver's licenseIf successful, you will need to undertake a police check and pre-employment medical. You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.Things We're Proud OfTools of Trade use vehicle providedMonthly ADO scheduleOpportunities for professional development including study assistance17 weeks paid parental leaveEmployee Assistance Program and Social ClubGreat work-life balance, so close to great holiday destinations, beaches, mountains, parks and lakes.Work on a banded salary that increases annually to the top end of the band.Work-Life BalanceWhy you'll love EGSC:Option to purchase additional leaveFlexible start and finish timesExtra time off over ChristmasDiscounted memberships to our Recreation CentresCompetitive SalariesBanded salaries with built in yearly increases!Annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December!A Supportive Environment17 weeks paid parental leaveAdditional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needsLearning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career!Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need itStaff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisionsHow To ApplyIf this sounds like your next move, apply now and attach:A cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and what you will bring to East Gippsland Shire CouncilA current resume which includes your personal details, education, qualifications, work experience and the contact details of two (2) work-related refereesA statement providing detailed responses to each of the key selection criteria as stated in the position description.Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 2 December 2025Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Jack Haslam, Civil Infrastructure Coordinator on (03) 5153 9500.East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.

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