Civil Crew Lead/Leading Hand - Bulk Earthworks & Foundations

Civil Crew Lead / Leading Hand – Bulk Earthworks & Foundations Pro Civil Works is seeking an experienced Civil Crew Lead / Leading Hand to join our team on a major renewable energy infrastructure project in regional NSW. This is a living-away-from-home position, working on a roster for the duration of the project. Accommodation will be provided while working away. We are looking for a hands‑on crew lead with strong experience in bulk earthworks, foundations and general civil construction, who can lead a small crew while also operating plant and working alongside the team. The Role Working closely with the Site Civil Supervisor and Project Management team, you will lead a civil crew delivering a range of construction activities across the project. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and coordinating a small civil crew

Operating excavators and other civil plant as required

Bulk excavation, cut and fill activities

Site stripping, trimming and preparation

Foundation excavation and preparation

Structural and equipment foundation works

Backfilling and compaction

Working to levels, grades and tolerances

Trenching and service excavation

Drainage and swale construction

Pit and pipe installation

Access roads and hardstand construction

Coordinating daily works with the Site Civil Supervisor

Completing pre-starts, Take 5s, HACs and site documentation

Monitoring productivity, quality and safety

Coordinating plant, tools, materials and consumables required by the crew

Reading and working from construction drawings and specifications

Identifying construction issues early and escalating them appropriately

Maintaining good housekeeping and site presentation





This is a

hands‑on position . The successful applicant will be expected to lead from the front, operate plant when required and actively contribute to the delivery of the works. Living Away From Home This position requires living away from home while rostered on the project. Applicants must be comfortable working in regional NSW for extended rostered periods. Accommodation will be provided by Pro Civil Works while working away. This role will suit someone who is accustomed to project-based civil construction and understands the requirements of working away from home as part of a roster. Essential Experience Applicants must have: Previous experience as a Civil Leading Hand, Crew Lead or similar

Strong bulk earthworks experience

Strong civil foundations experience

Excavation, backfilling and compaction experience

Experience working to levels, grades and tolerances

Excavator operating experience

Experience leading civil crews in the field

Ability to read and understand civil construction drawings

Good understanding of construction methodology and sequencing

Strong safety awareness

Good communication and organisational skills

A practical, hands‑on approach

Willingness and ability to work away from home on a roster

Applicants without demonstrated

bulk earthworks and foundation construction experience





are unlikely to be suitable for this position. Experience within

substations, renewable energy, BESS, transmission, utilities or major infrastructure projects

will be highly regarded. Tickets & Licences Applicants should hold: Current Australian Driver Licence

White Card

Excavator competency/ticket

Additional plant competencies, First Aid, roller, loader, skid steer or other relevant civil construction tickets will be advantageous. About Pro Civil Works Pro Civil Works is an established civil contractor delivering projects across the electrical utility, renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. Our capabilities include: Bulk earthworks

Civil and equipment foundations

Substation and BESS civil works

Trenching and excavation

Pit and pipe

Drainage

Access roads and hardstands

Electrical infrastructure civil works

General civil construction

We are continuing to expand our presence across the energy and infrastructure sectors and are looking for experienced people who want to grow with the business. What We Offer Long-term project opportunity

Accommodation provided while working away

Rostered working arrangement

Major renewable energy infrastructure project

Modern plant and equipment

Support from experienced site and project management

Opportunity to join a growing civil contractor

Further project opportunities for strong performers

This is a living-away-from-home role. Please only apply if you are comfortable working away from home on a roster. If you are an experienced Civil Crew Lead or Leading Hand with a solid background in

bulk earthworks and foundations , we would like to hear from you.

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📌 Civil Crew Lead/Leading Hand - Bulk Earthworks & Foundations (Sydney)
🏢 Pro Civil Works
📍 Sydney