We are seeking experienced civil construction personnel for ongoing projects throughout Toowoomba and surrounding areas.

The primary position is for a hands-on Civil Construction Foreman / Plant Operator. Opportunities are also available for experienced plant operators, concreters, installers and skilled labourers.

The work is varied and includes:

Formwork, reinforcement and concrete placement
Retaining wall construction
Kerb and gutter
Commercial and civil fencing
Excavation, drainage and site preparation

General civil construction works

FOREMAN / PLANT OPERATOR

This is a working foreman position, not a supervision-only role. The successful applicant will operate excavators, skid steers and other machinery while leading a small construction crew.

Responsibilities include:

Reading and interpreting civil and engineering plans
Accurately setting out works, levels, alignments and dimensions
Working from survey control, benchmarks and lasers
Operating excavators, augers, skid steers and associated machinery
Planning and sequencing daily construction activities
Allocating workers and machinery to achieve strong daily output
Coordinating excavation, concreting, installation and finishing works
Monitoring quality, line, level and overall workmanship
Coordinating materials, deliveries and site access
Managing pre-starts and maintaining safe work practices

Working alongside the crew as required

Experience using a GNSS rover would be highly regarded but is not essential.





ABOUT YOU

The ideal applicant will have:

Strong civil or general construction experience
Proven excavator and skid steer operating ability
Experience reading plans and completing accurate site set-out
The ability to organise and manage a small construction crew
Good knowledge of concrete, levels, drainage and earthworks
Strong attention to detail and pride in the finished product
Construction White Card
Current driver’s licence and reliable transport

Relevant plant tickets or verified competencies

Experience in reinforced concrete, retaining walls, kerb and gutter or fencing will be highly regarded. An MR, HR or HC truck licence would also be advantageous.

OTHER POSITIONS

Applications are also encouraged from:

Excavator and skid steer operators
Concreters and formworkers
Retaining wall and fencing installers
Skilled civil labourers

General construction workers with strong practical experience

WHAT WE OFFER

Ongoing and wide-ranging civil construction work
Consistent hours
Modern machinery and equipment
$35–$50 per hour plus superannuation
Rate based on the position, experience and demonstrated ability

Opportunities to develop and take on greater responsibility

To apply, provide your résumé and a brief summary of your construction, plant operation, set-out or crew management experience. Include details of any licences, tickets and machinery competencies.

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