Leading Hand - Construction (Internal Only)

• Permanent Opportunity
• Ready to progress your career!

As a member of our team, you won't just work for the city; you’ll co-create it.

Here, your ideas and efforts directly shape the places where you and your community live, work, and play.

Ready to step up and lead from the front? We're looking for a passionate and hands on team player to take on the role of Leading Hand - Construction, supporting our Field Supervisor and guiding our crew to deliver high quality civil infrastructure and maintenance works across Newcastle. In this dynamic role, you'll mentor and train team members, coordinate labour, plant and materials, and ensure safety and quality standards are met every step of the way. From road pavements and concrete works to drainage and vegetation control, you'll be right there in the action, driving productivity, fostering team spirit, and living our CREW values. If you're ready to lead with purpose, grow your skills, and make a real impact in your community, we want to hear from you!

Through your work, you’ll have a behind the scenes pass to Newcastle's evolution as you shape our future as a liveable, inclusive city.

Find out more about your new career by viewing the position description here.

We champion inclusion so that everyone is valued, and we encourage innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where different styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.

People with diverse lived experiences (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural, racial, ethnic, religious and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, carers, and veterans) are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 19 November 2025

Remuneration: $70,869.33 + 17.5% annual leave loading yearly payment + 12% Superannuation per annum for a 38-hour week

Contact: Matt Hardy - Construction Manager - 02 4974 6092

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

We encourage internal employees to inform their current managers if this opportunity is of interest before submitting a formal application.

Internal recruitment and staff movements incur a four (4) week notice period. Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team if you require further information.