If you’re an experienced Civil Leading Hand who knows how to organise a crew, maintain standards and keep work moving, this role will give you the trust to do exactly that.

Empowered Recruitment is partnering with an established South East Queensland civil contractor delivering council and government infrastructure projects.

With initial projects located throughout the Ipswich region, they’re looking for a proven Leading Hand who can take ownership of daily site activities while remaining hands-on alongside the crew.

Why consider this opportunity?

- Local projects throughout the Ipswich region
- Ongoing council and government infrastructure work
- Competitive remuneration that recognises your experience
- Autonomy to coordinate your crew and daily activities
- Support from experienced Supervisors and Project Managers
- Access to company-owned plant and equipment
- Established contractor with strong repeat-client relationships

The role

Working closely with the Site Supervisor, you’ll be trusted to coordinate the crew and ensure daily works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Coordinating daily labour, plant, materials and subcontractors
- Running pre-starts and allocating work across the crew
- Reading plans, checking levels and setting up daily activities




- Monitoring safety, quality and productivity
- Supporting the delivery of earthworks, drainage, pavements and general civil works
- Identifying site issues early and keeping the Supervisor informed
- Operating plant or assisting the crew when required
- Maintaining a productive and positive site environment

About you

You’ll be an established Civil Leading Hand with the confidence to organise people, make practical decisions and lead from the front.

You’ll ideally bring:

- Proven experience as a Leading Hand on civil construction projects
- Experience across roadworks, drainage, earthworks or council infrastructure
- The ability to coordinate crews and subcontractors effectively
- Confidence reading plans and working to levels
- Solid safety, quality and productivity standards
- A practical, hands-on leadership style
- A White Card and current driver’s licence
- Relevant plant tickets or a Certificate III in Civil Construction will be highly regarded

This is a solid opportunity for an experienced Leading Hand looking for local projects, consistent work and a contractor that will trust them to run their crew properly.

Apply through SEEK or contact *****@empoweredrecruitment.com.au for a confidential discussion.

📌 Leading Hand (Ipswich)
🏢 Empowered Recruitment
📍 Ipswich