Civil Leading Hand

Consolidated Power Projects Australia; Gladstone Regional; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime benefits

Travel allowances

Licence reimbursement

Income protection

Carer's leave 14 weeks

Carer's leave 4 weeks

Training options

Referral program $4k

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Additional leave

Job summary

Consolidated Power Projects Australia (CPP) is hiring a Civil Leading Hand in Gladstone to lead onsite earthworks and civil construction activities on transmission and renewable energy projects. You will mentor crew, coordinate with Supervisors and Project Teams, and drive safety, quality, and timely delivery to budget parameters.

Join a growing, high-impact team focused on shaping the future of energy with industrial-scale infrastructure work, offering clear career progression and regional

Job description

• Based in Gladstone (initially) on a 10/4 roster
• Major projects. High earning potential. Grow your career within.

Job Description

Who Are CPP?

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 700 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.

Join us in shaping the future of energy.

CPP Civil

CPP have a dedicated in-house Civil construction department that plays a critical role in project delivery, providing scoping, estimating, management, and construction of civil works across transmission lines, renewables, and utility projects—giving us greater control over key project components.

Our capabilities include access tracks, roads, structural foundations, cable trenches, conduits, oil containment, and site infrastructure such as laydown areas and facilities. We also manage bulk earthworks, drainage, fencing, and signage, ensuring seamless integration of civil works into every project we deliver.

The Opportunity

As a Civil Leading Hand, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of our industry-leading transmission and renewable energy projects, leading onsite earthworks and civil construction activities while supporting and mentoring your crew. Working closely with Supervisors and Project Teams, you'll help drive a strong safety culture, maintain high-quality workmanship, and ensure works are delivered efficiently, on time and within budget. If you thrive in a hands-on leadership role and enjoy being part of a collaborative, high-performing team delivering critical infrastructure projects, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Demonstrated experience as a Civil Leading Hand, ideally within earthworks, civil construction or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience leading onsite crews while promoting a strong safety-first culture.
• Experience using civil survey equipment to support earthworks and construction activities.
• Sound understanding of bulk and detailed earthworks, site set-out and civil construction methodologies.
• Current plant operating tickets and demonstrated experience operating machinery, including excavators, graders, loaders and skid steers. Dozer experience will be highly regarded.
• Strong ability to read plans, coordinate daily works and communicate effectively with Supervisors, subcontractors and project teams.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a commitment to quality workmanship and delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.
• Construction White Card and a current driver's licence.

Be Rewarded at CPP.

At CPP, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to investing in, nurturing, and developing your talent, ensuring you have the resources and support to reach your full potential. With a strong history of providing clear career progression, we promote from within, offering pathways from Trade Assistant, to Leading Hand, to Supervisor and beyond.

Benefits include:

• Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime + travel & meal allowances (for regional work)
• Reimbursement for all occupational licences pertaining to your job
• Generous allowances and income protection scheme as per our Enterprise Agreement
• 14 weeks paid primary carer's leave & 4 weeks paid secondary carer's leave
• Further paid training options, helping you obtain important certifications as part of your role
• Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
• Access to a wide benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
• Free, comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
• Option to purchase up to two weeks additional leave for a better work/life balance

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.