About us
Dungog Shire Council supports a growing rural community of almost 10,000 residents in the vibrant and picturesque Hunter region of NSW. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing and consistent delivery of local services that are valued by our community and will be for generations to come.
It is anticipated that our population will grow by 1.9% per annum over the next 20 years as per the Hunter Regional Plan, higher than the state growth average. With an additional 2,400 dwellings to be provided over the term of the Hunter Regional Plan, Dungog will be the second fastest growing LGA in the Hunter Region.
Dungog is ideally located just over an hour north of Newcastle and within close proximity to a range of other regional hubs in the Hunter Valley, such as Maitland and Raymond Terrace. We have an enviable lifestyle with easy access to World Heritage listed sites, such as Barrington Tops National Park.
Your next opportunity
Council is currently seeking a motivated and experienced Works Supervisor to lead the delivery of civil infrastructure projects, including roads, drainage, bridges, public spaces and associated assets.
Working within the Infrastructure & Assets Directorate, this role is primarily focused on the day-to-day delivery of works programs while coordinating staff, contractors and resources to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality outcomes for our community.
Essential selection criteria include (full criteria in the Position Description below):
- Qualifications in works supervision or a related field and/or 5 years' relevant industry experience
- Experience in managing road and bridge construction and maintenance activities
- Proven interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to work as part of a self-managed work team
- Literacy and numeracy to Year 10 level or equivalent
- Working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act and practices
- SafeWork WHS Induction Training for Construction Work (White Card)
- Traffic Control and Implementation qualifications
Be rewarded
This position is offered on a full-time basis as a 38-hour, 4-day working week. This position is placed at Grade 8 of Council's salary system. The salary offered is in the range of $79,382 - $89,295 per annum dependent upon skills and competency level, plus 12% Superannuation.
The salary is paid in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council's Salary Policy.
Other Council benefits:
- 3 weeks annual sick leave
- Ongoing opportunities for professional development
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years rather than 10
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
How to apply
Thank you for your interest in working with Dungog Shire Council.
You can apply now using our simple online application form. You are able to start an application and complete it at a time that suits you by selecting the Save For Later button.
To submit your application, please follow the below steps:
- Fill out the required personal details and online questions below
- Attach the requested documents (e.g. resume, cover letter, qualifications, licences)
- Review your application and select Confirm
What happens next?
You will receive an automated acknowledgement email once you have submitted your application. We will be in touch once we have reviewed your application. Please note that Council reserves the right to review applications before the close date, so we recommend you apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.
Please be aware that Council is required to complete pre-employment checks on recommended candidates prior to an offer of employment. These may include: reference checks, a pre-employment medical assessment, a criminal history check and/or a psychometric assessment.
For further information, please contact: Brent Krogh, Manager Infrastructure Services on 0437 765 459
Applications close: Sunday 28 June 2026 AEST 11:59 PM