Leading Hand – Early Works & Civil Construction
Position:
Leading Hand
Location:
Sydney, NSW
Employment Type:
Full-time
Industry:
Civil Construction, Demolition, Remediation and Bulk Excavation
Reporting To:
Site Supervisor / Foreman / Project Manager
About the Role
The Leading Hand will support the site management team in delivering civil, demolition, remediation and excavation projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
The successful candidate will assist with day‐to‐day site coordination, supervision of workers and subcontractors, plant and material coordination, site safety, quality control and general project delivery.
This is a hands‐on role suited to someone who can lead by example, communicate clearly with site crews, and help drive productivity while maintaining strong safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Site Supervisor, Foreman and Project Manager with daily site coordination.
Lead and direct labourers, operators and subcontractors on site.
Assist with planning and coordinating daily work activities.
Read and interpret drawings, site plans and work instructions.
Ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.
Coordinate plant, equipment, materials and site resources.
Monitor productivity and assist with achieving daily targets.
Assist with site set‐out, levels and basic measurements where required.
Identify site issues, hazards, delays and clashes, and elevate them promptly.
Assist with toolbox talks, pre‐starts and daily site briefings.
Ensure workers and subcontractors comply with site safety requirements.
Assist with quality checks and ensure works are completed to the required standard.
Maintain a clean, organised and safe worksite.
Support the implementation of SWMS, permits and site procedures.




Assist with deliveries, access, traffic control coordination and material movements.
Communicate clearly with supervisors, subcontractors, operators and labourers.
Help maintain daily records, photos and site updates where required.
Promote a positive, productive and professional site culture.
Typical Scope of Works
The role may involve working across projects including:
Detailed excavation
Contaminated material handling
Shoring and retention works
Pavements
Kerbs and concrete works
FRP and minor structures
Services‐related civil works
Site establishment and enabling works
Required Experience
To be considered for this role, you should have:
Previous experience as a Leading Hand, Civil Leading Hand, Site Supervisor, Foreman Assistant or senior site worker.
Experience in civil construction, demolition, remediation, excavation or infrastructure works.
Ability to lead and coordinate workers and subcontractors.
Robust understanding of site safety requirements.
Ability to read and interpret drawings and site instructions.
Good communication and problem‐solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and quality.
Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
Strong work ethic and willingness to be hands‐on when required.
Ability to identify issues early and report them to site management.
Good understanding of plant, equipment and construction sequencing.
Current White Card.
Preferred Experience




Experience with any of the following will be highly regarded:
Bulk earthworks
Demolition projects
Remediation and contaminated land works
Shoring and excavation support
Stormwater and pavement works
Working around live services
Traffic management coordination
GPS, laser levels or basic survey equipment
Excavators, loaders, rollers, dump trucks or other civil plant
Commercial, industrial or infrastructure projects
Tickets and Licences
The following will be highly regarded but are not essential for all applicants:
Excavator ticket / VOC
EWP ticket
Working at Heights
Confined Space
First Aid
Traffic Control tickets
HR or MR licence
Dogman or rigging tickets
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a reliable, professional and motivated Leading Hand who can support our site teams and help drive project delivery.
The ideal candidate will be:
Safety-focused
Organised
Hands‐on
Reliable and punctual
Able to lead by example
Strong with communication
Confident directing workers and subcontractors
Able to follow instructions and site procedures
Proactive in identifying issues
Focused on quality and productivity
Willing to take ownership of daily site tasks
Comfortable working in a fast‐paced construction environment
Why Join GKC Group?
This is an opportunity to join a growing Sydney-based civil contractor and become an important part of our site delivery team.
You will be involved in a wide range of civil, demolition, remediation and excavation projects, working directly with experienced supervisors, project managers and construction professionals.
For the right candidate, this role offers long‐term stability, career development and the opportunity to grow within the business.
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