Sutherland Shire Council

Supervisor – Metal Fabricator

Supervisor – Metal Fabrication

• Lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality metal fabrication projects.
• Champion safety and quality in every project, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive efficiency and innovation.
• Be part of a vital community service that enhances local assets and infrastructure.

About Us: Your New Workplace Awaits

Join a team within the Sutherland Shire, where your skills and leadership will directly contribute to enhancing our community's infrastructure and operations. Our commitment to excellence in fleet & facility operations ensures that we maintain and upgrade the community's diverse asset portfolio effectively and sustainably.

As a part of our team, you will be at the forefront of delivering solutions that have a lasting impact to the community's infrastructure.  We value collaboration, innovation, and respect in our workplace, setting the stage for you to thrive and grow professionally.

Your Role: A Leader in Metal Fabrication

The Supervisor plays a crucial role in our Fleet & Facility Operations unit. You will work closely with the Coordinator, Fleet & Logisitics, and your team to oversee repairs, upgrades, and new projects on Council's assets.

You will have the opportunity to mentor and develop your team, allocate daily tasks, identify service gaps, and implement improvements that enhance our operations. Your expertise in metal fabrication will be invaluable as you assist your team with hands-on tasks when needed and ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and coordinating daily operations while prioritising tasks to meet team goals.
• Mentoring and developing team members to foster a performance-driven culture.
• Identifying service gaps and recommending improvements for enhanced efficiency.
• Engaging with external stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.

Your Ideal Profile: The Perfect Fit

We are looking for a motivated leader who possesses both technical expertise and strong people skills. If you are passionate about metal fabrication and have experience leading a team in a workshop environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

• Trade Certificate in Metal Fabrication or Welding/Boilermaker (Cert 3).
• Trade experience in maintenance and fabrication.
• Supervisory experience and a solid understanding of health and safety policies.
• Certificate IV in Management or Project Management would be advantageous.

Bring your decision-making skills, a goal-oriented mindset, and a collaborative spirit to our team, and help us build a better future for our community.

  Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday  2 March 2025
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing
• Package: From $85,500 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Permanent full time 38 hours per week with a 9 day fortnight
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Phil Ryan pryan@ssc.nsw.gov.au, Manager Building Operations for any job specific enquiries.
Melanie Silburn msilburn@ssc.nsw.gov.au, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Council has a strong focus on physical and psychological safety in the workplace. Each role at Council has been professionally and independently assessed to understand the level of physical and psychological risk and demand involved in the role. The attached Job Dictionary for this role outlines the requirements of the role and will help you to understand the types of movements and interactions that are involved in this work. When you are applying for a role with Council, it is important for you to understand the demands of the role and your own level of capability. Please review this Job Dictionary when considering if this role is a good fit for you.