Labourer Talent Pool

McNab; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE reimbursement up to $500 per year

Annual uniform allocation

Health and fitness subsidy

Birthday leave

Parental and secondary carer leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

McNab is seeking a Labourer to support site teams across general labouring, site prep and construction activities on projects across South East Queensland, including Toowoomba, Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. You'll operate hand and power tools, assist with site setup, loading materials and helping trades, while keeping areas safe and productive.

A reliable, safety-focused approach and a valid White Card are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience in a building or construction role.
• Construction White Card (Forklift/Telehandler/Traffic Control advantageous).
• Current driver’s licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction and labouring duties.
• Operate hand and power tools, plant and equipment.
• Load, unload and safely handle materials.
• Assist with site setup, preparation, clean-up and presentation.
• Complete measuring and marking out as directed.
• Support trades and site teams to keep the project moving.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-consciousness

Attention to detail

Reliability

Physical fitness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Construction equipment

Forklift

Telehandler

Traffic control

Job description

As a Labourer with McNab, you’ll support our site teams across a range of general labouring, site preparation and construction activities. You’ll work with different materials, tools, plant and equipment while helping keep our sites safe, organised and productive.

With projects spanning Toowoomba, Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast, you could find yourself working on a range of projects from high-rise apartments and residential developments to commercial and retail projects, industrial facilities, hotels, aged care and retirement living, education and specialised facilities.

No two projects are the same, giving you the opportunity to build your experience, broaden your skills and gain exposure to different types of construction. You’ll work alongside experienced trades and site professionals, playing an important role in keeping the project moving and maintaining the standards McNab is known for.

With a strong pipeline of work across South East Queensland, we’re always interested in meeting experienced Labourers who want to build their skills and their career with McNab.

The work

Depending On The Project, Your Day-to-day Work May Include

• Performing general construction and labouring duties
• Operating hand and power tools, plant and construction equipment
• Loading, unloading and safely handling construction materials
• Assisting with site setup, preparation, clean-up and site presentation
• Completing measuring, marking out and other construction activities as directed
• Supporting trades and site teams to keep the project moving
• Maintaining safe, productive and quality work areas

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 12 months’ experience in a similar building or construction role
• Construction White Card (Forklift, Telehandler or Traffic Control, are advantageous)
• Current driver’s licence and reliable transport
• Physically fit and willingness to complete a functional assessment
• A reliable, safety-focused approach to work
• Good attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work
• The ability to work effectively as part of a construction team

What’s On Offer

We want people to build a career with us, not just work on one project. With a strong pipeline of work across South East Queensland, there are opportunities to gain experience across different types of construction and progress your career over time.

• A strong pipeline of work across diverse Brisbane and South East Queensland projects
• Career pathways, with opportunities to progress from hands-on roles into Foreman, Site Manager and other leadership positions
• Trades & Labour EA benefits, including banked hours (TOIL), sick leave bonus and Living Away From Home allowances, where applicable
• PPE reimbursement up to $500 per year for eligible employees under the Trades & Labour EA
• Annual uniform allocation with branded workwear
• $250 annual health and fitness subsidy, plus access to Fitness Passport
• Birthday leave and paid parental and secondary carer leave
• Employee discounts across 1,000+ brands