Precast Concrete Leading Hand

Chelmstone; Queensland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic precast concrete manufacturer in Queensland is seeking a hands-on Production Leading Hand to oversee daily operations and lead a small team. This physically demanding position is designed for career progression to Production Manager within 12–24 months. The ideal candidate will have precast concrete experience and a forklift licence. Attractive pay rates and bonuses are offered, along with opportunities for career growth in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Attractive pay rates + bonuses

Regular team events

Career growth opportunities

Innovative and sustainable manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a leading hand or senior line worker in manufacturing.
• Essential precast concrete or concreting experience.
• Forklift licence required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and work alongside a team of production staff.
• Coordinate and meet daily production and inventory targets.
• Oversee quality control processes and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Manufacturing experience

Mechanically minded

Job description

About Us

Chelmstone is a fast-growing, dynamic precast concrete manufacturer based in Brisbane. Established over 30 years ago, we’ve built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, custom-made paving and lightweight concrete products. Our work spans everything from high-profile infrastructure projects to innovative recycled concrete solutions distributed nationally to HVAC and plumbing industries.

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on, motivated Production Leading Hand to join our team at our Seventeen Mile Rocks facility. This is a physically demanding role that plays a key part in daily production operations and leads a small team of factory staff.
Importantly, this role is designed as a steppingstone to Production Manager, with a clear progression plan over 12–24 months for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and work alongside a team of production staff
• Coordinate and meet daily production and inventory targets
• Operate on all production lines, supporting team as needed
• Oversee quality control processes and drive continuous improvement
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and cleanliness standards
• Maintain and clean machinery and factory equipment
• Operate forklifts to move materials and load machines
• Wrap, pack, and prepare pallets for dispatch
• Use power tools for maintenance and production prep

Skills & Experience

• Prior experience as a leading hand or senior line worker in manufacturing
• Precast concrete or concreting experience (essential)
• Forklift licence (essential)
• Mechanically minded with machine maintenance experience
• Confident using email and basic production software
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management
• Physically fit and hands-on
• Available Monday to Friday, 6:30am – 3:30pm

What We Offer

• Attractive pay rates + volume & quality bonuses
• Regular team events and an inclusive, supportive culture
• Career growth into Production Manager within 12–24 months
• Be part of a business embracing innovation and sustainable manufacturing

Ready to Step Up? If you're looking to grow your manufacturing career and take on a leadership role with real progression potential, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your resume and a short note on your experience.