Job Description
Civil Construction Labourer
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Join the Team at Koppen Construction
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About Us
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At Koppen Construction, we deliver high-quality civil construction and infrastructure projects across Cairns and Regional Queensland. Our work includes road construction, road maintenance, pump stations, water and sewer infrastructure, stormwater drainage, subdivisions, and civil earthworks.
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With a solid reputation built on safety, reliability, and quality workmanship, we've become a trusted contractor throughout Far North Queensland. Our success comes from our people, and we're committed to creating opportunities for our employees to build rewarding long-term careers.
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We invest in our workforce through ongoing training, apprenticeships, licences, tickets, and career development opportunities. At Koppen Construction, hard work, initiative, and a positive attitude are recognised and rewarded.
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The Opportunity
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Koppen Construction is seeking motivated and reliable Skilled and Experienced Civil Construction Labourers to join our growing team.
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This is a hands-on role working across a diverse range of projects throughout Cairns and Far North Queensland, including:
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Road construction and road maintenance
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Pump station construction and maintenance
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Water and sewer infrastructure
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Stormwater drainage
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Pipe laying and underground services
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Civil earthworks and subdivisions
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Concrete works and reinstatement
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General civil construction and infrastructure projects
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We complete both local Cairns-based work and regional remote projects, so successful applicants must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
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What We're Looking For
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We're looking for people who are dependable, hardworking, and take pride in producing quality work.
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The right candidate will:
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Turn up on time and ready to work every day
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Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude
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Be physically fit and capable of manual labour
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Work safely and follow site procedures
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Take direction well and work effectively within a team
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Show initiative and a willingness to learn
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Be committed to delivering quality outcomes
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Essential Requirements
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Previous experience in civil construction, roadworks, pipe laying, water, sewer, stormwater, earthworks, or subdivisions
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Current Construction White Card
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Current Driver's Licence and reliable transport
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Experience using hand and power tools, including grinders, jackhammers, compactors, and similar equipment
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Ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions
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Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
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Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
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Willingness to travel and work away from home on regional and remote projects when required
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Highly Regarded
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Experience in road construction and road rehabilitation projects
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Pipe laying and trench work experience
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Concrete construction experience
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Experience working around live water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure
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Excavator, skid steer, roller, or loader operating experience/ tickets
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Confined Space Entry ticket
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Working at Heights ticket
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Additional civil construction tickets and qualifications
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What We Offer
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Consistent work across Cairns and Far North Queensland
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Opportunities to work on a variety of civil and infrastructure projects
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Competitive wages based on experience
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Ongoing training and career development
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Opportunities to obtain additional tickets and qualifications
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Supportive leadership and experienced crews
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Modern equipment and well-maintained plant
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Long-term opportunities for reliable and committed employees
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About You
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You are someone who enjoys working outdoors, isn't afraid of hard work, and takes pride in doing the job right the first time. You're reliable, safety-focused, and understand the importance of being part of a productive team.
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If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with a company that values hard work, rewards performance, and offers genuine career progression, we'd like to hear from you.

📌 Skilled Civil Labourer (Queensland)
🏢 Koppen Construction
📍 Queensland