Are you an experienced civil construction professional looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in remote environments, enjoy leading from the front, and take pride in delivering quality road infrastructure projects?

We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Leading Hand to join our Road Stabilisation Team, delivering road rehabilitation and pavement improvement projects across regional and remote Queensland.

Remote Projects | Far North Queensland

Are you an experienced civil construction professional looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in remote environments, enjoy leading from the front, and take pride in delivering quality road infrastructure projects?

We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Leading Hand to join our Road Stabilisation Team, delivering road rehabilitation and pavement improvement projects across regional and remote Queensland.

About the Role

As a Leading Hand, you will lead a dedicated crew undertaking road stabilisation and pavement rehabilitation works on remote project sites. This is a hands‑on position where you'll be expected to work alongside your team, coordinate daily activities, and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

You'll work closely with Supervisors and Project Managers to drive project success while fostering a positive safety culture and strong team setting.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and supervise road stabilisation crews on remote project sites.

- Coordinate day-to-day construction activities to meet project targets.

- Work alongside crew members to deliver stabilisation, pavement rehabilitation, and road construction works.

- Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and project requirements.

- Monitor quality, productivity, and project progress.

- Conduct quality assurance checks and site inspections.





- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company procedures.

- Liaise with Supervisors, Project Managers, and subcontractors to resolve site challenges.

- Mentor and support team members through practical leadership and guidance.

About You

- Must be based in Cairns and willing to do a 16/5 roster rotation

- Proven experience in road stabilisation, road construction, pavement rehabilitation, or civil infrastructure projects.

- Previous Leading Hand experience or a strong track record in a senior civil construction role.

- Strong understanding of stabilisation processes, road construction techniques, and civil construction practices.

- Experience operating civil construction plant and equipment.

- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

- Willingness to work away from home on remote project rosters.

Essential Requirements

- Current White Card.

- Current Driver Licence.

- Civil construction industry experience.

- Ability to pass project‑specific medical and site requirements.

Highly Regarded

- HR/ HC truck Licence (automatic)

- Machinery tickets and plant operating experience.

- Good understanding of traffic management

- Civil Construction Certificate III or relevant trade qualifications.

- Previous experience working on remote or regional infrastructure projects.

What We Offer

- Competitive remuneration package.

- Meals, accommodation, and travel provided while working away.

- Consistent pipeline of road infrastructure projects.

- Opportunity to work with modern equipment and experienced crews.

- Career progression within a growing civil construction business.

- A supportive team culture where safety, respect, and quality matter.

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📌 Leading Hand (Civil Construction) (Cairns Regional)
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