Civil Crew Leader / Foreman / Leading Hand - Water Infrastructure
Australian Infrastructure Group – Brisbane QLD
Take charge of a skilled crew delivering vital water infrastructure projects across Brisbane. In this full‑time role, you’ll lead day‑to‑day site operations while staying hands‑on with practical civil work. You’ll be responsible for setting out work, guiding your team, maintaining productivity, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys being on the tools as well as organising and engaging a team to get the job done right.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead and support a crew to complete pipe laying, earthworks, pump station upgrades and other civil construction tasks
- Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations on site
- Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to guide the team's work
- Monitor progress, report updates, and troubleshoot issues to keep projects on track
- Coach and mentor less experienced team members to develop their skills
- Coordinate activities with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders
What we’re looking for
- Several years’ experience as a Crew Leader, Leading Hand, or Foreperson in civil construction, with a strong background in water infrastructure (sewer, water underground pipework, pump stations, treatment plants)
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team
- Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and equipment
- Thorough knowledge of relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to read and interpret technical drawings
What we offer
At Australian Infrastructure Group, we take pride in a team culture built on respect, hard work, and getting the job done right. We reward experience with competitive pay and opportunities to step up and grow, and with all our projects local to SEQ, you can finish work on site and head home each day, enjoying a real work‑life balance.
About us
Australian Infrastructure Group (AIG) is a Brisbane‑based civil construction company specialising in water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure projects. We deliver high‑quality, safe, and reliable civil works that support our local communities.
If you’re a hands‑on leader who takes pride in delivering quality work and enjoys putting your practical experience to use, this is the role for you — we encourage you to apply today.
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