Leading Hand (Civil Construction)

Leading Hand

Road Stabilisation & Civil Construction

Far North Queensland | Local & Remote Project Opportunities

Are you an experienced civil construction professional looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive on working outdoors, leading crews from the front, and delivering quality infrastructure projects?

We are seeking motivated and hands-on Leading Hands to join our Road Stabilisation Team, delivering road rehabilitation, pavement improvement, and Civil Construction projects across Far North Queensland.

Whether it's a local project around Cairns or a remote regional assignment, we're looking for people who enjoy being actively involved in the work, can lead by example, and take pride in delivering quality outcomes.

About the Role

As a Leading Hand, you will lead a dedicated crew undertaking road stabilisation, pavement rehabilitation, maintenance, and civil construction works across both local and remote project sites.

This is a genuinely hands-on position where you'll be expected to work alongside your team, coordinate daily activities, direct crews, and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

You'll work closely with Supervisors, Project Engineers and Project Managers to drive project success while fostering a positive safety culture and strong team environment.

At Koppen Construction, we value practical leaders who aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves. We're looking for self-motivated individuals who can work independently, solve problems on site, direct crews effectively, and aren't afraid to get their hands dirty when the job requires it.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise road stabilisation and civil construction crews on local and remote project sites.

• Coordinate day-to-day construction activities to meet project targets and schedules.

• Work alongside crew members to deliver stabilisation, pavement rehabilitation, road maintenance, and construction works.

• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and project requirements.

• Monitor quality, productivity, and project progress.

• Conduct quality assurance checks and site inspections.

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company procedures.

• Liaise with Supervisors, Project Managers, clients, and subcontractors to resolve site challenges.

• Mentor and support team members through practical leadership and guidance.

• Promote a positive safety culture and lead by example.

About You

• Proven experience in road stabilisation, road construction, pavement rehabilitation, sewar, storm water or civil infrastructure projects.

• Previous Leading Hand experience or a strong track record in a civil construction role.

• Strong understanding of stabilisation processes, road construction techniques, and civil construction practices.

• Experience operating civil construction plant and equipment highly desired

• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.

• Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to work alongside the crew and lead by example.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take ownership of project outcomes.

• Strong work ethic and willingness to contribute wherever required to get the job done.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

• Based in or willing to work within the Far North Queensland region.

• Willingness to work on both local projects and remote project rosters as required.

Essential Requirements

• Must be Cairns based as this is not a FIFO role

• Current White Card.

• Current Driver Licence.

• Civil construction industry experience.

• Ability to pass project-specific medical and site requirements.

Highly Regarded

• Truck licence

• Machinery tickets and plant operating experience.

• Civil Construction Certificate III or relevant trade qualifications.

• Previous experience working on roads, pipe, stormwater and subdivision works

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.

• Opportunity to work on a variety of local and remote projects across Far North Queensland.

• Meals, accommodation, and travel provided while working away (not applicable if in town)

• Consistent pipeline of road infrastructure and civil construction projects both remote and local

• Opportunity to work with modern equipment and experienced crews.

• Career progression within a growing civil construction business.

• A supportive team culture where safety, respect, and quality matter.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced civil construction leader who enjoys working in the field, leading from the front, and being part of a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Join the Koppen Constgruction Team and help build safer, stronger roads and infrastructure across Far North Queensland.

Apply now or call 04•• ••• 437 for more information.