Skilled Civil Labourers

17 hours ago


Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia Shadforth Civil Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
  • Gain qualifications & upskill with tickets
  • wages paid on a weekly basis + penalties
  • Local work in Rockhampton with a Leading Civil Contractor

We are seeking skilled labourers with experience in either earthworks, road building, subdivisions, drainage, pipeworks and/or minor structures. Our projects are long term and we require people who are seeking consistent work and are invested in their own development.

You will be working on an over 55's estate in Parkhurst, alongside an experienced team with opportunities to upskill with qualifications and tickets.

For the right candidate, there is also an opportunity to step up into a Leading Hand role, offering a clear pathway for career progression within the team.

About the role:

  • preparing worksites
  • spotting machinery
  • concreting
  • Trenching
  • Backfilling
  • fencing
  • Read and interpret plans
  • Basic power tools and plant operation
  • heavy lifting

About you

  • Previous manual outdoor labouring or civil labouring experience (highly regarded)
  • Willing to perform manual handling duties, including repetitive tasks involving moderate to heavy lifting and reaching.
  • Available to work Monday to Friday 06.30am - 5:00pm with Saturdays, as required
  • Hold a current driver licence with reliable transport
  • White card
  • relevant Mobile Plant Tickets with demonstrated experience (Highly regarded)

Why work with Shadforth?

  • Career Development | Gain formal qualifications and upskill with nationally recognised tickets
  • Celebrate Milestones | Monthly Birthday Raffle, Personal Goals, Team Achievements and Service Recognition
  • ShadLife Programs | Regular programs offering Wellness and Awareness initiatives co-designed amongst the Shadforth Teams
  • Weekly Pay Cycle | Wages paid on a weekly basis + penalties
  • Diversity & Inclusion | committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace

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.

To Apply:

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