Civil Leading Hand

1 week ago

Toowoomba, Australia Shadforth Full time

Local work across Toowoomba with a large pipeline of works
- Wages paid weekly + overtime
- Leading Civil Construction company with career progression opportunities

Enjoy being home each night working on local civil projects valued from $5m to $20m**in the Toowoomba Region for a leading Family-owned Civil Contracting company.
**You’ll be responsible for leading a small team and subcontractors effectively to achieve desired outcomes ensuring a high standard of quality, safety and adherence to all project specifications is maintained. You will promote a positive team culture and deliver positive outcomes for all stakeholders.

**About you**
- Demonstrated experience as a Leading hand or desire to step up into the role
- Experience in subdivisions with coverage of Bulk earthworks, pipe infrastructure, civils and roadworks
- ability to read and interpret construction plans
- ability to deliver projects to agreed outcomes.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
- Construction Industry Card (White / Blue)
- Current Driver Licence
- Various plant machinery tickets will be highly regarded
- Strong commitment to Quality and Safety standards

**Why work with Shadforth?**
- **Mentorship and Guidance**: Access to experienced professionals and leaders who are committed to supporting and guiding your career journey
- **Long-Term Career prospects**: An emphasis on nurturing and developing the leaders of the future
- **Job Stability**: Leading civil contractor with ongoing pipeline of works that are shaping cities and communities
- **Flat Management Structure**: communicate directly with senior leaders, leading to enhanced learning and skill development opportunities.
- **Local work**: Enjoy the benefit of returning home each night, giving you more quality time with your family.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace
- Wages paid on a weekly basis + Penalties
- **Generous employee benefits**:

- ShadLife Wellness Program
- Service Recognition Program
- Site Recognition Awards
- Employee Discounts and loyalty offers

**About Us**
Shadforth are one of Queensland’s largest family-owned civil construction companies originating on the Sunshine Coast over 50 years ago. We have a strong presence across Queensland and Northern New South Wales where we have developed an outstanding reputation working across many sectors including residential and commercial subdivisions and major civil infrastructure, including roads and bridges.

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