Civil Leading Hand – Camp Works, 2/1 Roster

Workfast; Mudgee; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime penalties

2/1 roster

Long-term infrastructure project

Job summary

Workfast is seeking an experienced Civil Leading Hand to support a Tier 1 civil contractor on a renewable energy project near Mudgee, NSW. You will lead a crew on earthworks, pad preparation, and service trenching for worker accommodation facilities, with early starts and long shifts.

This long-term role requires a Telehandler ticket, White Card, and proven leadership. You will coordinate daily pre-starts, toolbox talks, and safety processes while ensuring progress against plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum Civil Leading Hand experience on site.
• Telehandler ticket is essential.
• White Card and valid HR license preferred.
• Pre-employment medical including drug screen required.
• Strong leadership and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor civil labourers and plant operators.
• Operate telehandler for materials handling and site logistics.
• Run daily pre-starts, allocations, and toolbox talks.
• Supervise camp pad earthworks, footings, and trenches.
• Ensure safety, SWMS, risk assessments, Take 5s.

Skills

Telehandler licence

Leading Hand

Civil construction

White Card

HR licence

Safety-first mindset

Job description

Workfast is seeking an experienced Civil Leading Hand to support a Tier 1 civil contractor on a renewable energy project near Mudgee, NSW. You will lead a crew on earthworks, pad preparation, and service trenching for worker accommodation facilities, with early starts and long shifts.

This long-term role requires a Telehandler ticket, White Card, and proven leadership. You will coordinate daily pre-starts, toolbox talks, and safety processes while ensuring progress against plans.