Leading Hand Quarry Operations

• Competitive annual salary commencing at $70,883, plus up to 13% superannuation - (Leading Hand will be paid an additional allowance)
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Leading Hand Quarry Operations

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $70,883 + Leading Hand allowance, plus up to 13% superannuation.

Closing Date: Sunday 5th October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.

The Leading hand works under limited supervision and is responsible for providing high level support to the Supervisor through the coordination and supervision of daily activities of work crews whilst performing a wide range of labouring, plant operation and truck driving tasks as part of a multi-disciplined team that is responsible for the production of quarry materials in accordance with recognised standards.

Essential Knowledge & Skills:

• Queensland Driver Licence Class Heavy-Combination (HC) or above that is current and maintained.
• RIIMP0320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations
• RIIMPO321B – Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled front end loader Operations
• RIIMPO337D Conduct articulated haul truck operations
• Construction Industry White/Blue Card
• Mining Supervisor - G1, G8, G9 (S1, 2, 3)
• Possession of a Trade Certificate (Certificate III) and completion of RIISS00002 – Skill Set Leading Hand or willingness to complete such qualifications

Essential Requirements:

• Assist the Supervisor in achieving quality, safety and environmental outcomes for quarry activities in line with the Mining Quarrying Safety and Health Act 1999 and the Mining Quarrying Safety and Health Regulations 2017.
• Foster and maintain a positive attitude towards all the legislative requirements listed above and maintain working relationships across multiple teams within the organisation.
• Implement and monitor policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements and ensure the safety of all employees, contractors and members of the public.
• Complete risk assessments and follow established work procedures.
• Promptly raise issues with immediate Supervisor.
• Plan own work and work of assigned staff to achieve task completion through efficient use of available plant, machinery and human resources.
• Supervise the daily work of the crew while establishing and maintaining an environment which encourages teamwork. Guide and assist trainees.
• Perform general laboring and operate and maintain high complexity plant and equipment in a safe, competent and efficient manner for which the holder is licensed
• Ensure plant, tools and equipment is maintained in good order and in accordance with the operator's manual, council's procedures and best practice.
• Accurately interpret plans, instructions and specifications.
• Use judgement and experience gained within the trade to solve problems on the job.
• Implement traffic control schemes when required.
• Identify new ways to improve work practices in accordance with the council's continuous improvement commitment

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Quarry Operations, Ben Milner via email

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on or email

What we offer?

• Nine-day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

Keen to apply? - Simply follow the instructions below:

1) Download and review the above

2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email.

3) Click 'APPLY'

4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.

5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 5th October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.