Trades Assistant / Civil Labourer

Simmons Civil; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Local Gladstone-based work

Competitive remuneration

Guaranteed weekly overtime and paid_l

Job summary

Simmons Civil Pty Ltd is seeking motivated Trades Assistants / Civil Labourers to join our Gladstone team. You’ll assist tradespeople on civil construction and industrial projects, support site preparation and material handling, and operate equipment safely within your competencies.

The role offers a 9-day fortnight, local Gladstone work, competitive remuneration, weekly overtime and paid lunch breaks, full-time employment, and opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Construction White Card or recognised equivalent.
• Current open manual driver's licence (Class C).
• Reliable transport and a safety-focused attitude.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to learn and follow site safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general civil construction and labouring tasks across projects.
• Support tradespeople with construction, installation and maintenance activities.
• Prepare sites, load/unload materials and move equipment as needed.
• Operate equipment within your competencies and provide spotting for mobile plant.
• Maintain site cleanliness and report hazards and unsafe conditions.

Skills

White Card

Class C Licence

Reliable transport

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Good communication

EWP awareness

Tools

EWP ticket

High Risk Work Licence – Boom-Type EWP

First Aid/ CPR training

Confined Spaces training

Job description

Looking for a hands-on role with a local company that values hard work, reliability, teamwork and safety?

Simmons Civil Pty Ltd is growing, and we're looking for motivated and reliable Trades Assistants / Civil Labourers to join our experienced team in Gladstone.

Working across a variety of civil construction and industrial projects, you'll assist our tradespeople and site teams with general construction activities, site preparation, material handling and the safe operation of equipment.

Whether you have previous experience in civil construction, industrial environments or general labouring, we're interested in hearing from people who take pride in their work, have a positive attitude and are willing to get involved.

This is an opportunity to join an established local business, develop your skills and enjoy the benefits of a 9-day fortnight – with every second Friday off!

Looking for a hands-on role with a local company that values hard work, reliability, teamwork and safety?

Simmons Civil Pty Ltd is growing, and we're looking for motivated and reliable Trades Assistants / Civil Labourers to join our experienced team in Gladstone.

Working across a variety of civil construction and industrial projects, you'll assist our tradespeople and site teams with general construction activities, site preparation, material handling and the safe operation of equipment.

Whether you have previous experience in civil construction, industrial environments or general labouring, we're interested in hearing from people who take pride in their work, have a positive attitude and are willing to get involved.

This is an opportunity to join an established local business, develop your skills and enjoy the benefits of a 9-day fortnight – with every second Friday off!

Why Join Simmons Civil?

We know that a great workplace is about more than just the work itself. At Simmons Civil, we offer:

• 9-day fortnight – Enjoy a long weekend every second week.
• Local Gladstone-based work – No FIFO or DIDO requirements.
• Competitive remuneration – Reflective of your skills and experience.
• Guaranteed weekly overtime and paid lunch breaks – Enjoy additional earning opportunities with guaranteed weekly overtime (calculated daily) and paid break time.
• Full-time employment – Stable, ongoing work with an established local company.
• Tools, uniforms and PPE provided – Everything you need to get the job done.
• Training and development – Opportunities to expand your skills, gain additional tickets and develop your experience.
• Supportive, family-friendly team – Work alongside experienced people who value teamwork, safety and quality.

What You'll Be Doing

Working alongside our experienced tradespeople and construction teams, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with general civil construction and labouring activities across a variety of projects.
• Supporting tradespeople with construction, installation and maintenance activities.
• Undertaking site preparation, material handling, loading and unloading.
• Operating equipment and machinery within the scope of your qualifications and competencies.
• Providing spotting services and assisting with the safe movement and operation of mobile plant and equipment.
• Assisting with the setup, maintenance and breakdown of work areas.
• Maintaining site cleanliness and housekeeping standards.
• Identifying and reporting hazards, unsafe conditions and potential risks.
• Following site-specific safety procedures and maintaining a strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Working collaboratively with supervisors, tradespeople and other site personnel to deliver quality project outcomes.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking dependable, safety-conscious individuals who enjoy hands-on work, take pride in doing a job well and work effectively as part of a team.

Essential requirements:

• Current Construction White Card (or recognised equivalent).
• Current open manual driver's licence (Class C).
• Reliable transport to and from work.
• Reliability, punctuality and a positive, safety-focused attitude.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Physical fitness and the ability to safely undertake manual labour duties.
• Willingness to follow instructions, learn new skills and contribute to a positive team environment.

Highly desirable licences, tickets and competencies:

• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) ticket and/or High Risk Work Licence – Boom-Type Elevating Work Platform (WP).

• Working Safely at Heights.
• Enter and Work in Confined Spaces.
• Provide First Aid and/or CPR.
• Explosives Clearance (ESC).

Highly desirable medicals and site clearances:

• Current Gladstone 3-Site Medipass (Yellow or Blue).
• Current respiratory fit testing (Face Fit).
• Existing Gladstone industrial site inductions.

Additional experience highly regarded:

• Previous experience in civil construction, industrial environments or major infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience in concreting will be highly regarded.
• Experience operating EWPs, providing spotting services or working around mobile plant and equipment.
• Experience assisting tradespeople with construction, installation or maintenance activities.
• Familiarity with industrial site safety requirements, procedures and permit systems.

Don't tick every box?

We understand that skills and experience can be developed in different ways. If you're reliable, safety-conscious, physically capable and have a genuine willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Previous experience is valued, but we're also interested in people who bring the right attitude and are keen to develop their skills within the civil construction industry.

About Simmons Civil

Simmons Civil Pty Ltd is an established Gladstone-based civil construction company with over eight years of experience delivering quality outcomes across Central Queensland.

We specialise in civil construction and major industrial projects, supported by a skilled workforce, modern equipment and a strong commitment to safety, quality and reliable project delivery.

We're proud of our local roots and the team we've built, and we're looking for people who want to contribute to our continued growth.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're looking for local work, a supportive team and a better work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: This position is based in Gladstone, Queensland, and is not a FIFO or DIDO opportunity. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.