Foreman/ leading hand for Concrete and Civil Construction

We are seeking an experienced Civil Foreman or Leading Hand to join our team within a long-established civil construction business with over 40 years of industry experience .

Our projects are spread across local government contracts and private civil works , and we are looking for someone who can confidently lead a crew while still being willing to get hands-on.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience delivering civil construction projects involving bulk earthworks, pavement construction, drainage, concreting and asphalting .

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Managing and leading site crews, including labourers and plant operators

- Coordinating daily site activities and ensuring works are completed efficiently

- Working closely with the Site Supervisor and project management team

- Completing daily reports and site paperwork via mobile applications

- Hands-on participation in site activities when required

- Coordinating subcontractors, deliveries, plant and materials

- Liaising professionally with client and Council representatives

- Dealing professionally with members of the public, particularly on projects in high-traffic residential and commercial areas

- Monitoring workmanship and ensuring works meet project specifications

- Working to tight construction programs and project deadlines

- Maintaining high standards of OHS, environmental compliance and site presentation

- Identifying site issues early and communicating them to management

About You





To be successful in this role, you will need:

- Strong previous experience as a Civil Foreman or Civil Leading Hand

- Demonstrated experience across civil construction projects

- Experience with earthworks, pavements, drainage, concrete and asphalt works

- The ability to effectively manage labourers, operators and subcontractors

- Strong communication and organizational skills

- The ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications

- A practical, hands-on approach to getting projects completed

- Robust understanding of site safety requirements

- Good communication skills when dealing with clients, Council representatives and the public

- Current driver's license

Experience delivering local government or Council civil infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

This is an opportunity to join an established civil contractor with a long history in the industry and a strong pipeline of civil construction work.

We offer:

- Immediate start

- Attractive hourly rate based on experience

- Company vehicle

- Full-time, ongoing employment

- Variety of civil construction projects

- Opportunity to take ownership of crews and site delivery

- Support from an experienced construction and management team

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, can lead from the front and wants to become a valued part of our team.

If you are an experienced Civil Foreman or Leading Hand looking for your next opportunity, we would like to hear from you.

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