Landscape Leading hand

BildGroup; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Employee perks program

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

BildGroup is seeking a Leading Hand to support site delivery across our Landscapes projects. You will lead ground crews day to day, keep work on track against plans and quality standards, and work closely with the Supervisor to hit project targets.

It is a permanent, site-based role with plenty of autonomy once you're across a site. As a permanent position, you'll enjoy a fully maintained company vehicle, opportunities for development, and a supportive team environment focused on delivering

Qualifications

• Cert III in Landscape Construction or strong equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Solid experience in landscape construction and machinery operation.
• Comfortable running a small site autonomously when needed.
• White Card (mandatory).
• First Aid, Traffic Management or OHS tickets are a bonus, not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Lead site crews to deliver landscape construction works to spec.
• Coordinate daily site activities and subcontractors alongside the Supervisor.
• Operate and oversee plant and equipment safely.
• Run toolbox talks, pre-starts and daily site diaries.
• Mentor and upskill ground staff, including on machinery operation.
• Support project programming and procurement to keep jobs on time and on budget.

Skills

Landscape construction

Machinery operation

Autonomous site management

Team mentoring

Education

Cert III in Landscape Construction

Tools

Plant & Equipment operation

Job description

At BildGroup, we're passionate about helping you make the most of your journey with us. Our focus is giving you the tools and support you need to be your best, along with the recognition and rewards for jobs well done.

• Diverse work: Get involved in multi-disciplinary projects that make a real difference in the communities we serve.
• Competitive pay: We offer a strong salary range with an annual performance and remuneration review.
• Company vehicle: You'll have a fully maintained vehicle at your disposal.
• Employee perks: Enjoy discounts and benefits through our employee perks program.
• Your development: From online learning and hands‑on training to mentorship and lunch and learns, we invest in helping you grow.
• Your wellbeing: We care about keeping you safe and well, with programs that support your physical, mental and financial health.

About the role

We're looking for a Leading Hand to support site delivery across our Landscapes projects. You'll lead ground crews day to day, keep work on track against plans and quality standards, and work closely with the Supervisor to hit project targets. It's a permanent, site-based role with plenty of autonomy once you're across a site.

Key responsibilities

• Lead site crews to deliver landscape construction works to spec
• Coordinate daily site activities and subcontractors alongside the Supervisor
• Operate and oversee plant and equipment safely
• Run toolbox talks, pre-starts and daily site diaries
• Mentor and upskill ground staff, including on machinery operation
• Support project programming and procurement to keep jobs on time and on budget

About you

• Cert III in Landscape Construction, or strong equivalent hands‑on experience
• Solid experience in landscape construction and machinery operation
• Comfortable running a small site autonomously when needed
• White Card (mandatory)
• First Aid, Traffic Management or OHS tickets are a bonus, not a requirement

About BildGroup

Australian-owned for more than 45 years, BildGroup measures success not by what we build, but by how our people grow and the places we work in change for the better. As a national multidisciplinary civil infrastructure contractor, we connect and shape the communities we live in, from metropolitan growth corridors to remote and regional communities.