Civil Leading Hand (Electrical and Communications)

seek.com.au; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Full-time role

Strong project pipeline

Team environment

Job summary

We are seeking a Civil Leading Hand to lead a small civil crew on underground electrical and communications infrastructure projects across Queensland. This hands-on leadership role requires someone who can run a crew, coordinate day-to-day site works and uphold safety and quality on every task.

Your responsibilities include trenching, conduit installation, pit installation and backfilling, and delivering infrastructure to Energex/Ergon Energy standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Civil Leading Hand or Foreman with civil crew leadership.
• Strong background in underground electrical/communications infrastructure.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and project specifications.
• Experience with trenching, conduit laying, pit installation and backfilling.
• Willingness to work away when required and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work with a civil crew on site, coordinating daily works.
• Trenching, conduit installation, pit installation and backfilling.
• Deliver underground electrical and communications infrastructure to standards.
• Coordinate plant, materials and subcontractors; read drawings and plans.
• Maintain productivity, quality, and safety on site.

Skills

Civil Leading Hand

Leadership

On-site supervision

Trenching

Conduit installation

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

HR licence

Job description

Civil Leading Hand (Electrical and Communications)

We are looking for an experienced Civil Leading Hand to join our team delivering underground electrical and communications infrastructure for new subdivision projects across Queensland.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who knows civil construction, can run a crew effectively, and takes pride in delivering quality work safely and efficiently.

About the Role

Working closely with our Site Supervisors and Project Managers, you will be responsible for leading a small civil crew and coordinating day-to-day works on site.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and working alongside a small civil construction crew.
• Trenching, conduit installation, pit installation and backfilling.
• Delivering underground electrical and communications infrastructure to Energex and Ergon Energy requirements.
• Coordinating daily works, plant, materials and subcontractors.
• Reading construction drawings, service plans and project specifications.
• Planning ahead to maintain productivity and meet project targets.
• Ensuring works are completed to the required quality standard.
• Maintaining strong safety and environmental standards on site.
• Assisting with Rate 2 and Rate 3 public lighting infrastructure.

About You

We are looking for someone who is practical, organised and comfortable taking responsibility for a crew and the quality of work being delivered.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Civil Leading Hand, Foreman or experienced tradesperson/civil worker ready to step up.
• Strong experience in civil construction, particularly underground electrical, communications or utility infrastructure.
• Experience working to Energex and/or Ergon Energy standards.
• Proven trenching, conduit laying, pit installation and backfilling experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and construction drawings.
• Experience with Rate 2 and Rate 3 lighting infrastructure would be highly regarded.
• Good leadership and communication skills.
• A strong focus on safety, quality and productivity.
• Current HR driver's licence.
• Willingness to work away when required.

Candidates with strong civil electrical infrastructure or pipe laying experience are encouraged to apply, including those looking to take the next step into a Leading Hand position.

What We Offer

• Up to $54/hr, depending on experience and capability.
• Consistent full-time work with a strong project pipeline.
• Interesting subdivision and infrastructure projects.
• A practical, supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of your crew and progress within the business.
• Competitive conditions for employees who are prepared to perform and take responsibility.

If you have solid civil construction experience and are looking for a role where your leadership, productivity and quality of work are recognised, we would like to hear from you.