Civil Labourer

Location: Brisbane - Queensland

WorkType: Casual

Salary:  $35.00 - $45.00 Hourly

Exciting opportunity to join a leading Queensland civil construction team, working on major infrastructure and subdivision projects across Brisbane and South‑East Queensland.

JV Recruitment is currently recruiting for multiple ongoing and upcoming projects across Brisbane regions, including Ipswich, Logan, North Lakes, Moreton Bay, Gold Coast, and surrounding areas.

We’re hiring for a range of roles, from Labourers and Machine Operators to Leading Hands. Our client is one of Queensland’s most respected civil contractors, with over 40 years’ experience delivering high-quality infrastructure, subdivision, and earthworks projects. With a strong pipeline of long-term work, you’ll enjoy consistent projects and genuine opportunities for career progression.

Whether you’ve recently completed your machine tickets and want hands-on experience, or you’re ready to take on a leadership role, there are clear pathways for growth. Ongoing work, generous overtime opportunities, and the chance to progress into full-time roles are available for the right candidates.

ON OFFER:
  • $35-$45 per hour (experience/role dependent) + super
  • Meal allowance included (over 9.5 hours on a shift)
  • Additional Travel allowance ($21.94 per day)
  • Time and a half and double-time rates paid for overtime
  • On-going roles
  • Full time contracts on offer! 

ROLE DUTIES:

Civil Labourer:
  • Assist with site preparation, trenching, and general earthworks
  • Support machine operators and trades (e.g. concreters, pipe layers)
  • Lay stormwater and sewer pipes, and help with drainage installation
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organised job sites
  • Install temporary fencing, signage, and safety barriers
  • Use basic tools and equipment (shovels, compactors, jackhammers)

Civil Machine Operator:
  • Operate a range of civil machinery (e.g. excavator, skid steer, roller, backhoe)
  • Perform earthworks including trenching, bulk excavation, and site levelling
  • Load and move materials around site safely and efficiently
  • Dig trenches for drainage, sewer, and stormwater installations
  • Backfill and compact using appropriate equipment
  • Conduct daily pre-start checks and report machine faults
  • Work closely with labourers and supervisors to meet site targets
  • Adhere to all WHS and environmental compliance standards

Key requirements needed to apply:
  • White Card 
  • Full Australian work Rights
  • Must be able to work well within a team environment
  • 12 months civil construction experience is essential
  • Background in civil construction 
  • Full PPE
  • Relevant machinery tickets desired but not essential
  • Transport is highly desirable 

Upon applying to this advert you will receive an invitation from our Virtual Assistant Matilda. This will go through some of our core questions surrounding the role. Completion of this is highly advantageous in cementing your interest with the role.


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