Civil Leading Hand

Black Cat Civil; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights provided

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Job summary

Black Cat Civil is seeking an experienced Civil Leading Hand to join our team. Based in Brisbane or Darwin, you will lead on-site crews, oversee earthworks and road works, and ensure safety and quality on remote projects across Queensland and the NT.

This role requires a minimum of 5 years on-site experience with reputable contractors, strong leadership, and the ability to operate plant under RII tickets. FIFO 2/1 rosters, flights, accommodation and meals are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years on-site experience with reputable contractor.
• Strong leadership and on-site direction skills.
• Sound computer and paperwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct on-site work crews.
• Oversee activity set-out and pickups.
• Perform ad-hoc plant operating tasks.
• Promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

On-site supervision

Safety culture

Plant operating knowledge

Tools

RII Tickets

Job description

Black Cat Civil is a fast-growing, Australian Indigenous-owned civil contractor specialising in the delivery of remote and regional infrastructure projects throughout Queensland and the Northern Territory.

Celebrating 20 years of excellence, Black Cat Civil has evolved into one of Australia’s leading civil construction partners - now home to over 250 skilled employees, a fleet of more than 700 pieces of plant and equipment, and a proud record of delivering 1,800+ projects across Queensland, the Northern Territory, and beyond. Our growth reflects our commitment to quality, reliability, and getting the job done right every time.

The Opportunity

Black Cat Civil are looking for an experienced Civil Leading Hand to join our team at our Alice Spring operations, NT. The successful applicant will be based in Brisbane or Darwin, and available to work on FIFO 2/1 rosters.

Our Leading Hands support our project Supervisors and play a significant role in the successful delivery of our projects.

Flights, accommodation and food are provided by Black Cat Civil.

Key Responsibilities

Our Leading Hand's will be involved in a diverse range of works including:

• Road Construction
• Bulk and Detailed Earthworks
• Land Rehabilitation
• Mine maintenance

Our Leading Hand's are directly responsible for:

• Leadership and onsite direction of work crews
• Activity set out and pick ups
• Ad-hoc plant operating
• Safety culture

This opportunity is ideal for any motivated Leading Hands wanting to build a long-term career with a growing civil contractor. The successful candidate MUST be willing to work in remote locations on various rosters as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years on-site experience with reputable contractor.
• Strong work ethic and leadership skills.
• Sound computer and paperwork skills.
• RII for all plant operating tickets

What's On Offer

• Competitive hourly rate
• FIFO 2/1 Roster

In 2025, 65% of our people advanced their skills through internal training and upskilling programs, reinforcing our commitment to long term career development and growing our team from within.

Our Culture

Black Cat Civil is a tight knit team, led by our two owners Jai and Brendan. Our business rewards performance and loyalty with opportunities to grow your career with the business.