Leading Hand

  • 497670
  • Brisbane, QLD
  • Full Time
  • Closing on: 16 Jul 2026
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About the role

As a Leading Hand you will be responsible for the completion of the project on or under time, whilst ensuring a safe site is maintained and a quality product is constructed for delivery to the client. Projects will include minor civil infrastructure works and urban development projects in the Brisbane area. 

Key responsibilities

  • Thorough understanding of OHS and environmental requirements
  • Arrangement of Plant, Labour and material resources for project
  • Direction and monitoring of Sub-Contractors, Suppliers and plant hirers
  • Control of survey requirements
  • Daily monitoring of activity costs
  • Monitor compliance with safety and environmental requirements
  • Maintain compliance with construction program
  • Report all non-conformances and assist recommendations for remedial work
  • Maintain daily record of site activities
  • Ensure clients quality expectations are being met / exceeded (in accordance with spec)

About you

  • Certificate III in Civil Construction 
  • Current driver’s licence
  • Good communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Proven leadership skills
  • Have a thorough knowledge of the drawings, specifications and quality requirements for all site related activities
  • Must have experience in minor civil infrastructure works and or urban development projects
  • Strong sense of teamwork
  • Proven ability to constantly deliver high quality construction projects within budget and program constraints

Benefits

We believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally. That’s why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics:

  • grow your career with specialised learning and development programs
  • be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform
  • prioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym access
  • support your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements available
  • access perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers.

Diversity and inclusion

  • We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.
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  • So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.
  • We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers

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