Leading Hand - Landscaping (Hardscapes & Construction)

Job description

 Leading Hand – Landscaping (Hardscapes & Construction)

Location: Brisbane & Greater Region | Company Vehicle Provided
Our client is a well-established landscaping contractor with over 50 years of experience delivering large-scale landscape and civil projects across Queensland. They are seeking a hands-on Leading Hand to join the team, working across educational facilities and commercial sites.
The Role You will play a key role on-site, supporting the Site Supervisor and Project Manager while leading a crew and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading and working alongside the site team in a hands-on capacity
  • Constructing adventure playgrounds, retaining walls, creek beds, and structural landscape elements
  • Completing concreting, timber and metal structures, and softscaping works
  • Operating machinery including skid steer and excavators
  • Reading and interpreting plans, setting out heights and levels
  • Assisting with material and labour coordination
  • Managing subcontractors on-site
  • Maintaining safety, quality, and project timelines
Requirements
  • Proven experience in landscaping, civil, or construction environments
  • Previous experience in a Leading Hand or supervisory role
  • Ability to read plans and set out works accurately
  • Strong hands-on approach and willingness to assist with labouring tasks
  • Good communication skills and ability to manage subcontractors
  • Valid driver’s licence (manual preferred)
Desirable:
  • Skid steer and excavator tickets
  • MR licence
  • Carpentry and/or chainsaw experience
What We’re Looking For
  • Physically fit and capable of manual labour
  • Flexible with working hours, including early starts and occasional Saturdays
  • Team-focused with a proactive, can-do attitude
  • Professional and reliable, with a strong work ethic
What’s On Offer
  • Salary package of $70,000 – $80,000 + superannuation
  • Company vehicle for travel between sites during the work week
  • Stable, long-term opportunity with a strong pipeline of projects
  • Supportive team environment within a reputable business
About the Client Our client specialises in large-scale landscape and civil construction projects, working with builders, government bodies, developers, and educational institutions. They have built a strong reputation for quality, efficiency, and professionalism, and continue to invest in their people and long-term growth.

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