Leading Hand

BMD Group; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programs

Paid parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

Mental health support

Novated leasing

Power Perks

Retail discounts

Job summary

BMD Group is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our townsville civil infrastructure team, overseeing on-site operations and coordinating crews, plant and materials to ensure projects meet safety, quality and programme targets.

In this hands-on leadership role, you will drive productivity, manage subcontractors, monitor costs and maintain records, while upholding our safety culture and quality standards on site.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and team coordination experience.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Sound understanding of construction drawings and quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations and construction activities
• Coordinate labour, plant and material resources
• Supervise subcontractors, suppliers and plant hire contractors
• Monitor project costs and productivity on site
• Ensure works are delivered to programme requirements
• Manage survey and set-out requirements
• Maintain accurate records of site activities
• Promote and uphold safety and environmental standards
• Identify and report non-conformances and support corrective actions
• Ensure all works meet quality specifications and client expectations

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Construction drawings understanding

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Job description

Why Join BMD?

Strong pipeline of civil infrastructure and urban development projects

Career development through industry-leading training programs

Thrive rewards platform and annual employee recognition awards

Paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements

Mental health support and discounted gym memberships

Novated leasing, Power Perks and retail discounts

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Leading Hand to join our high-performing team delivering civil infrastructure and urban development projects.

In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll coordinate crews, subcontractors, plant and materials to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You’ll play a key role in driving productivity, maintaining programme targets and fostering a positive, safety-focused site culture.

If you’re a motivated civil construction professional who enjoys leading from the front, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with an industry leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations and construction activities
• Coordinate labour, plant and material resources
• Supervise subcontractors, suppliers and plant hire contractors
• Monitor project costs and productivity on site
• Ensure works are delivered to programme requirements
• Manage survey and set-out requirements
• Maintain accurate records of site activities
• Promote and uphold safety and environmental standards
• Identify and report non-conformances and support corrective actions
• Ensure all works meet quality specifications and client expectations

About You

You’ll bring:

• Certificate III in Civil Construction
• Current driver's licence
• Experience in civil infrastructure and/or urban development projects
• Proven leadership and team coordination experience
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Sound understanding of construction drawings, specifications and quality requirements
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and environmental compliance
• The ability to consistently deliver projects within programme and budget constraints
• Experience with shoring works

You’ll also be a team player who leads by example and takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes.

About BMD

BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business and the nation’s largest privately owned civil contractor.

For more than 45 years, we’ve delivered complex infrastructure that connects communities and creates lasting legacies. With projects across Australia and internationally, we offer diverse opportunities for our people to grow, develop and make a meaningful impact.

Our purpose is simple: Powering futures and creating enduring legacies.

Our Culture

At BMD, our people are at the centre of everything we do.

Guided by our values of:

• Family
• Empowered
• Collaborative
• Driven

we foster an inclusive and supportive culture where everyone can thrive and build a rewarding career.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Build Your Future with BMD

If you’re ready to take the next step in your civil construction career and contribute to projects that shape communities, we’d love to hear from you.

Join BMD and help power futures and create enduring legacies.

Learn more: www.bmdgroup.global/careers

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No agency submissions accepted.