Civil Leading Hand - Greater Brisbane

About the role

An established civil contractor delivering projects across the greater Brisbane area is looking for Civil Leading Hands through Zoom Recruitment. The work covers recreational parklands, roadworks, carparks, schools and water infrastructure. The role reports to the Site Manager and Project Manager and involves coordinating crews of 3 to 10 workers, including employees, labour hire workers and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily tasks and give clear direction to site crews
• Assist with the delivery of civil works, with occasional associated commercial construction activities
• Organise labour, materials and equipment to support daily production
• Monitor workmanship and ensure works meet project specifications
• Lead toolbox talks and ensure hazards are identified and controlled
• Maintain daily records of site activities, delays, variations and resources
• Monitor productivity, material usage and waste, reporting issues to project management
• Follow site safety, environmental and quality procedures
• Maintain good relationships with customers, subcontractors and the wider project team
• Keep work areas, plant and equipment safe and presentable

Required profile

• Proven experience on civil or construction projects
• Construction White Card
• Current driver's licence and reliable transport
• Strong communication skills and the ability to organise and motivate a small crew
• Practical problem-solving approach and a strong commitment to safety and quality
• Ability to complete a pre-employment functional assessment and drug and alcohol screening
• Previous crew leadership experience is highly regarded

What we offer

• Permanent position, Monday to Friday roster, generally 6:30am to 5:00pm depending on the project
• Overtime payable after ordinary hours, with the first two hours at time and a half, then double time
• Wet weather pay up to 38 hours per week
• Site vehicle provided when travelling between sites, otherwise a $28 daily car allowance
• Immediate starts available, subject to recruitment and onboarding requirements

Applications are made through Zoom Recruitment by submitting a current resume.