Civil Leading Hand

1 week ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Shadforth Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Enjoy being home each night working on local civil projects valued from $1m to $15min the Moreton Bay Region for a leading Family-owned Civil Contracting company. 

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 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

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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