Leading Hand

Acciona; South Australia; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is recruiting a Leading Hand to manage the night shift civil crew on the ANI enabling works project at Osborne Naval Shipyard, South Australia. You will report to the Night Supervisor and lead a small team across drainage, excavation, pavements, FRP and concrete, ensuring safety, quality and schedule on site.

Australian citizens with Baseline Security Clearance eligibility are invited to apply. You will mentor new workers, monitor plant and materials, and keep the Night Supervisor

Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction projects (drainage, excavation, pavements, concrete).
• White Card (construction induction).
• Cert IV in Work Health & Safety is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a crew on site.
• Allocate daily tasks to crew members.
• Check work meets quality and safety standards.
• Monitor plant, equipment and materials on site.
• Report hazards and stop unsafe work.
• Support new workers with on‑the‑job guidance.
• Keep the Night Supervisor updated on progress.

Skills

Civil construction experience

Night shift availability

White Card

Current driver’s licence

Education

Cert IV in Work Health & Safety

Job description

Infrastructure

South Australia 2026-10-26

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

Project Info

ACCIONA is delivering enabling works for Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI) at the Osborne Naval Shipyard in South Australia. This work supports the future Submarine Construction Yard, one of the largest defence projects in Australian history. The works include civil construction such as drainage, excavation, pavements and concrete. This is a long‑term project with strong pipeline of future work.

About the Opportunity

We need a Leading Hand to run our night shift civil crew on the ANI enabling works project. You will report to the Night Supervisor and lead a small team on site each night. This role covers a mix of civil works, including drainage, excavation, pavements, FRP and concrete. You will keep the crew safe, on schedule and working to a high standard.

Due to Defence security requirements, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain Baseline Security Clearance.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and direct a crew on site
• Allocate daily tasks to crew members
• Check work meets quality and safety standards
• Monitor plant, equipment and materials on site
• Report hazards and stop unsafe work
• Support new workers with on-the-job guidance
• Keep the Night Supervisor updated on progress

Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience in civil construction (drainage, excavation, pavements, concrete)
• Cert IV in Work Health & Safety
• Experience leading a small crew
• White Card (construction induction)
• Current driver's licence
• Comfortable working night shift

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.