" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eLeading Hand/Foreman/Operator - Civil and Construction\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3035\"\u003e Building \u0026amp; Construction \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3036\"\u003e Foreperson / Supervisor \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3037\"\u003e South Australia \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3038\"\u003e Permanent \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 12/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnjoy being on the tools and being a leader\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCivil and Construction\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompany Car\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCivil Leading Hand / Operator\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdelaide, SA | $100k\u0026ndash;$115k + Super + Vehicle\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Civil Leading Hand / Operator \u003cbr\u003eAdelaide \u0026amp; Regional SA | Hands-On Role | $115K\u0026ndash;$125K + Super + Vehicle\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-term opportunity with an established SA contractor\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVaried government, education, commercial and civil projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHands-on Leading Hand role with plenty of autonomy\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s in it for you?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#9989; Circa $115K\u0026ndash;$125K + super, depending on experience\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#9989; Fully maintained company vehicle\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#9989; Long-term permanent opportunity\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#9989; Strong pipeline of projects across Adelaide and regional SA\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#9989; Varied civil works including earthworks, pads, footings, drainage, car parks and associated building works\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#9989; Work within a small, experienced civil team\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#9989; Established business with strong safety and quality systems\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#9989; Genuine autonomy without moving completely away from the tools\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Company\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWe\u0027re partnering with a long-established South Australian construction contractor delivering projects across the civil, commercial and government sectors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a strong pipeline of work, they undertake projects throughout metropolitan Adelaide and regional SA across education, government facilities, infrastructure and commercial construction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e They self-perform a range of civil works and are now looking for an experienced Civil Leading Hand who can take ownership of the work while remaining genuinely hands-on.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e The Opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis is not a traditional Supervisor or Project Management role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working alongside the Site Manager and wider project team, you\u0027ll take responsibility for civil works on site while remaining heavily involved in the day-to-day work yourself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e One day you might be reading plans, setting out and organising works. The next you could be operating an excavator, preparing a building pad, excavating footings or helping the team wherever required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll have support around you, but they need someone capable of being given the plans, understanding what needs to happen and getting on with the job.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead from the front within a small civil team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRead plans and set out civil works\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstablish levels and ensure works are completed accurately\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperate plant and machinery as required\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComplete earthworks, trenching, pads and footings\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCivil works associated with driveways and car parks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcavations for services, drainage and plumbing\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate materials, plant and day-to-day site requirements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssist with apprentices and other trades where required\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork closely with Site Managers and the wider construction team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintain high safety and quality standards\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork independently when required\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWe\u0027re looking for someone with:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven civil construction and earthworks experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious Leading Hand experience or someone ready to step into that responsibility\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong ability to read plans, set out works and establish levels\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant and machinery operating experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelevant plant tickets highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of site safety\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to plan and complete works without constant supervision\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA practical, team-first attitude\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWillingness to work away regionally when required\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMost importantly, a willingness to remain on the tools\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e You might currently be a \u003cstrong\u003eCivil Leading Hand, Leading Hand Operator, Excavator Operator, Civil Foreman or experienced Civil Operator\u003c/strong\u003e looking for more responsibility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Projects The work is diverse and can include:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGovernment facilities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEducation and learning facilities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommercial construction\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCivil and earthworks packages\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilding pads and footings\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRoads, driveways and car parks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrainage and services\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegional projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Projects commonly range from approximately \u003cstrong\u003e$5M\u0026ndash;$20M\u003c/strong\u003e, with the business also capable of delivering considerably larger projects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Package \u003cstrong\u003e$115K\u0026ndash;$125K + super + fully maintained vehicle\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e There may be flexibility for the right person depending on their experience and ability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This will suit someone who wants to \u003cstrong\u003elead from the front rather than from the site office\u003c/strong\u003e. If you\u0027re still happy jumping on a machine, getting your hands dirty and getting the job done while taking responsibility for the civil works, we\u0027d like to hear from you.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Need to Do Now:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you believe your skills and experience align with the requirements of this position, please submit your application or contact Ben (0402 229 247) directly for a confidential discussion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShould your background be relevant but this role not entirely suitable, we still welcome the opportunity to connect and explore other potential opportunities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1133012\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "