Concrete Finisher

Civmec Construction & Engineering Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Staff discount scheme

Reward and Recognition scheme

Job summary

Civmec Construction & Engineering Pty Ltd in Perth is seeking experienced Concrete Finishers to join our team for the Perth Parks Project. Responsibilities include all aspects of concrete works, operating power trowels, and maintaining tools and equipment.

The ideal candidate has previous civil construction experience, especially in mining or infrastructure, and a commitment to achieving high project tolerances.

Qualifications

• Previous civil construction experience within mining or major infrastructure sectors.
• Demonstrated experience operating power trowels.
• Competent in soft-cut saw operation for early-entry joints.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of concrete works including placement and finishing.
• Review SWMS and participate in pre-start planning.
• Set up job fronts and ensure required tooling is prepared.
• Liaise with Supervisors to confirm concrete volumes.
• Operate walk-behind power trowels for high-quality finishing.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Power trowel operation

Civil construction experience

Soft-cut saw operation

Education

Certificate III in Concreting

Job description

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

Civmec is proud to be part of the alliance delivering the Perth Parks Project on the Burswood Peninsula — a major new cultural, sporting and community precinct for WA. In partnership with Aurecon and Seymour Whyte, we are constructing landmark facilities including:

A multi‑use events building

A multi‑use racetrack for cycling and motorsport events

As this iconic project progresses, we are seeking experienced Concrete Finishers to join our team and contribute to the successful delivery of this high‑profile development.

The Role

• Carry out all aspects of concrete works, including placement, finishing, patching, grouting, and repairs.
• Review SWMS and participate in pre‑start planning, including developing Task Cards before commencing work.
• Set up job fronts with correct barricading and ensure all required tooling and equipment are prepared.
• Liaise with Supervisors to confirm correct concrete volumes are ordered.
• Carry out concrete placement and finishing, including vibration, screeding, floating, and achieving required project tolerances and specifications.
• Maintain tools and equipment through regular wash‑down, cleaning, and trowel machine maintenance, including blade rotation and replacement.
• Demobilise work fronts by removing tooling, waste, and rubbish, ensuring the area is left clean and orderly.
• Perform green cutting of construction joints from previous pours when required.
• Complete patching and repair works, including addressing slurry loss, honeycombing, and other defects as directed by supervision.
• Provide cross‑trade assistance when concrete work fronts are not available.
• Perform high‑tolerance screeding, consistently achieving ±3 mm accuracy.
• Operate walk‑behind power trowels to deliver high‑quality finishing in line with project specifications.

About You

• Previous civil construction experience within the mining, resources, or major infrastructure sectors
• Demonstrated experience operating power trowels
• Competent in soft‑cut saw operation for early‑entry joints
• Certificate III in Concreting (desirable but not essential)
• Current Western Australian C‑Class Driver’s Licence
• Construction White Card (General Construction Induction)

Benefits

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume’ culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that’s why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff discount scheme gives you discounts on a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle choices.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.