Team Leader

Fixed Term opportunity available till June 2026 (9 day fortnight) Excellent knowledge of the sport, entertainment, function, and convention industry. LGO4 ( $79,414- $85,123 per annum superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience 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 This position is largely responsible for managing the licensed premises on behalf of Council. This position will provide the first point of contact for the public and event organisers and will be responsible for provision of customer service and event staging support services. About You Our ideal applicant will have: Knowledge of the sport, entertainment, function, and convention industry Knowledge of event staging practices and procedures Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Function/event staging service delivery skills Current first aid & CPR Current Queensland “C” class driver’s licence Ability to lead a team in achieving strong customer service and event results Ability to work without supervision and take initiatives as required within overall operational framework Ability to communicate and negotiate with customers and event organisers The capacity to perform physical labour is a requirement of this role Responsible service of alcohol Ability to work to a flexible time schedule and outside normal business hours Ability to liaise with a wide range of people with diverse background, interests, age and abilities. Training in event staging and/or technical services is desirable 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. For further information review the Position Description. Closing Date: 11.45pm, Wednesday 23 April 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 Natural Disaster 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 hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.

Location: North Ward, AU

Posted Date: 5/5/2025