Construction Crew Leader

City of Moreton Bay; Narangba; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine-day fortnight

Salary progression to Level 8 + com.车辆

STARS study, training and research

Novated leases and salary packaging

Discounted health insurance and well‑b

Counselling and wellbeing programs

Job summary

City of Moreton Bay is seeking a hands-on Crew Leader/General Labourer to support civil construction projects across multiple sites in the Narangba area. You will lead on-site activities, coordinate small crews and subcontractors, interpret plans, and ensure safety and quality standards on site.

Key requirements include a current MR Class licence, Construction Induction Card, DG licence or ability to obtain within 6 months, and Electrical Awareness certification or ability to obtain within 6

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Civil Construction or similar desirable.
• Current MR Class driver's licence.
• Construction Induction Card.
• High Risk Work DG licence or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Electrical Awareness certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking general labouring duties on civil construction projects.
• Taking the lead while working on site and coordinating daily activities.
• Directing internal and external work teams to support project delivery.
• Interpreting construction plans, drawings and specifications.
• Conducting survey set out and site measurements.
• Monitoring project progress and providing updates to the Construction Supervisor.
• Coordinating resources and supporting the efficient delivery of works.
• Applying safety, quality and environmental risk management principles to all activities.

Skills

Manual handling

On-site supervision

Communication skills

Survey principles

Safety focus

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Tools

Survey equipment

Plant and tools

Job description

• This team currently works full time hours over 4 days/week - Monday to Thursday 6:30am to 4:30pm (12 month trial)
• $78,197 pa (ie. $39.57/hour) - incl. industry and uniform allowance + 12% super (level 6)
• Please note, progression in remuneration (up to Level 8 and a commuter use vehicle) is available for this position upon meeting performance and training requirements outlined in a structured crew leader framework.
• Location: Site based with a home depot location of Narangba - please note, whilst this position has an allocated home depot location, the work will be based across various sites within the area and our team members will start and finish on the job site. Travel allowance is applicable when travelling distances further than your home depot location.

Join City of Moreton Bay and play a key role in delivering civil construction projects that support our community and maintain essential infrastructure. Working closely with a Construction Supervisor, you'll take the lead while working alongside crews on projects including road rehabilitation, resealing, stormwater drainage, landslips and other infrastructure maintenance and improvement works.

This is a hands on role that combines practical construction experience with on site coordination to deliver safe, efficient and quality outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• undertaking general labouring duties on civil construction projects
• taking the lead while working on site and coordinating daily activities
• directing internal and external work teams to support project delivery
• interpreting construction plans, drawings and specifications
• conducting survey set out and site measurements
• monitoring project progress and providing updates to the Construction Supervisor
• coordinating resources and supporting the efficient delivery of works
• applying safety, quality and environmental risk management principles to all activities

This role offers the opportunity to build on your construction experience, develop your technical capabilities and contribute to the delivery of a diverse range of civil construction projects.

About you

Ideally you'll have recent experience in a similar role supporting the delivery of civil construction projects and taking the lead on site when required.

You'll also bring:

• physical capability to undertake manual tasks
• strong knowledge of construction materials, specifications and the capabilities of plant, equipment and hand tools
• experience coordinating small construction crews and subcontractors on site
• sound knowledge of survey principles, survey technology and construction standards
• strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders
• a proactive approach to problem solving and decision making
• confidence using technology and software systems to support project delivery
• a strong commitment to safety, quality and environmental compliance

Requirements

• Current MR Class driver's licence - minimum
• Construction Induction Card
• High Risk Work Dogging (DG) licence - or the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Electrical Awareness certification - or the ability to obtain within 6 months

A Certificate III in Civil Construction or a similar qualification is highly desirable. Please note: this qualification is required to progress through the Crew Leader Framework.

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day fortnight.
• Negotiated salary increase locked in through our EBA - 4% in July 2027 (or CPI capped at 4.5%, whichever is greater).
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline and Mates in Construction program.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

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City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.