The Opportunity

Signature Civil is looking for a driven and experienced Leading Hand to join our Perth-based metro civil construction team. You’ll lead crews across a diverse mix of projects—from earthworks, paving and drainage to concrete and finishing works—bringing high standards of quality, safety, and productivity to every job

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Mentoring: Guide and upskill crew members across earthworks, paving, concrete, drainage, and other civil operations.

Work Planning & Coordination: Organise daily tasks—labour, plant, materials, deliveries, and subcontractor scheduling.

Earthworks & Civil Execution: Manage cut-and-fill operations, subgrade prep, compaction, and base construction to design specs.

Paving & Concrete Works: Oversee formwork, concrete pours, paving installation (brick, concrete), jointing, and finishing.

Drainage & Site Infrastructure: Supervise installation of stormwater features, pits, piping, rock pitching, retaining walls, and civil structures.

Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with Supervisors, Clients, Engineers—ensuring projects meet program, quality, and budget targets.

Plant Utilisation: Safely manage plant usage, care for the equipment, and conduct clean-up operations effectively.

What You’ll Bring

Proven experience as a Leading Hand or Senior Operator in civil construction.

Skilled in earthworks, paving (brick/concrete), drainage, and general civil tasks.

Capable leader with strong communication and mentoring ability.

Self-reliant problem-solver who keeps works flowing.

Proficient with site documentation and digital reporting platforms.

Supportive of safety-first culture with hands-on quality control.

Licences & Tickets (Required)

Construction White Card

Valid Driver’s Licence

Desirable:

Posi-track / Skid Steer (Pozi) ticket

Heavy Vehicle Licence (HR+)

Excavator Ticket / Licence

What Signature Civil Offers

Competitive hourly rate of $45–$55, plus super, OT, and allowances.

Perth-based metro projects—home every night.

A supportive culture with genuine progression opportunities and training.

Diverse and continually flowing pipeline of civil and paving works.

The chance to work with advanced plant, innovate on the job, and contribute to standout, high-quality outcomes.