WE ARE HIRING
Thinking of a career change, sea change or just wanting to come work for Mackay's premier Residential, Commercial / Industrial Builder & Civil Construction Company
Fergus Builders is a locally owned award-winning construction company operating since 1983. Over the years, we've grown into a dynamic and diverse team delivering exceptional projects across Mackay and surrounding regions. Due to this growth, we have recently created a new business Fergus Civil to help deliver civil construction projects within region.
With an expanding pipeline of exciting projects, we're on the hunt for an enthusiastic and committed Civil Operator / Leading Hand to join our team.
CIVIL OPERATOR / LEADING HAND
Full-Time | Based in Mackay & Surrounding Areas
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Reporting to the Civil Project Manager, this role will see you working both independently and as a key site leader across civil operations. You'll operate a range of machinery, lead daily site activities, and uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Key responsibilities include:
* Operate machinery including excavators, grader, loaders, rollers, posi tracks and trucks
* Lead and support civil works in the absence of the Civil Project Manager
* Conduct daily pre-start checks and report maintenance issues
* Implement and monitor quality control measures
* Maintain plant and vehicles to high standards (weekly washes required)
* Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies
* Maintain accurate documentation and daily reporting for project tracking
* Identify site issues and propose effective, practical solutions
ABOUT YOU:
* Proven hands-on experience in civil construction operations
* Highly skilled in excavator, grader, loader, roller, posi tracks and truck operation
* Heavy Vehicle Licence (essential)
* HR (Heavy Rigid) licence required
* Ability to read and interpret construction plans and technical drawings
* Strong understanding of civil construction methods and materials
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
* Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability
* Organised, reliable, and capable of working under pressure
* Proficiency in relevant tools and basic digital project reporting