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Engineering Trades Australia are seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join a civil construction team on a landfill project in the Toowoomba region from January to June.
 
Role Overview:

• Supervise and lead a small crew on-site
• Oversee earthworks, site preparation, and civil construction tasks
• Support HDPE welding and pipelaying (preferred but not essential)
• Work with geosynthetics, liners, and landfill construction materials (preferred but not essential)
• Operate machinery including excavators, Posi-tracks, and telehandlers as required (preferred but not essential)
• Ensure safe work practices and team coordination

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Leading Hand or similar supervisory role in civil construction
• Hands-on experience in earthworks and civil infrastructure projects
• Experience leading a self-perform crew or within a managing contractor environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills
• Willingness to work Monday to Friday, 6:30am - 5:00pm, with potential Saturdays

Why Apply:

• Short-term project with clear scope and schedule
• Opportunity to lead and develop your crew
• Hands-on, varied civil construction work

Availability: Immediate start in January; project runs to June.
 
Apply now or email heath.weeding@etagroup.com.au

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