Leading Hand / Operator

Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact! 

We're seeking a talented Leading Hand / Operator to help us ensure the efficient and safe operation of machinery, plant, and equipment. This position offers a minimum 45 hours per week, primarily located within Perth Metro or remote locations in WA. The role is designed to be a civil support function that supplements the other activities and projects the business is delivering. It is diverse in nature and covers most elements of Civil from footings, footpaths, asphalt repairs, some carpentry repairs, carpark formation, hardstands, repairs to jetties & wharfs. If you're passionate about civil construction and infrastructure maintenance, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are eager to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you. 

Explore this exciting opportunity to join Enviro and be a part of our mission to deliver services that align with our core values of Safety, Sustainability, Reliability, Versatility, and Value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in a small team carrying out a diverse range of civil works.

• Support maintenance and civil construction activities.

• Undertake manual labour eg. digging, non-operator tasks.

• Willing to do 50% machine operation works and 50% hand works. 

• Mentor and guide trades/ trade assistants. 

• Ability to lead a team from the front with high standards. 

• Ability to run a small crew when site supervisor is not on site. 

• Ability to use CRM system to complete inspections and operation of equipment and machinery on site.

• Operate and maintain presentation of all company plant & equipment to a high standard.

• Ability to operate confidently:

  • Skid Steer with a range of attachments

  • Excavators 1.5t – 30 t 

  • 6-Wheel Tippers 

• Ability to load equipment and transport equipment.

• Set up machinery and ensure all materials are readily available. 

• Cleaning, lubricating, servicing, and refueling machinery.

• Communicate courteously to members of the public and clients at all times.

• Operate hand and power tools. 

• Prepare and clean worksites. 

Essential Qualifications / Skills:

• National Police Clearance (must be provided prior to onboarding)

• MR License with reliable transport.

• Skid Steer Loader Ticket

• Excavator Ticket.

• White Card.

Essential Experience:

• Experience as a Leading Hand / Plant Operator.

• Previous Civil experience is required.

Desirable Qualifications / Skills:

• HC or HR Licence preferred but not essential. 

• Organisation and scheduling 

Essential Candidate Attributes:

• Ability to pass pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol screening.

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.

• A passion for innovation and improving the client’s experience.

• Willingness to work flexible hours to accommodate clients.

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

• Encourages a safe work environment with regards to the safety of self, colleagues, workers and the public.

Benefits:

• Career development.

• Access to courses and training.

• Work on a range of projects.

• Full uniform and PPE.

• Fortnightly payroll.

• Social Club with multiple events.

• Company-wide events.

How to Apply:

To apply for this unique opportunity, please submit a comprehensive resume detailing your previous work history and experience, achievements, and qualifications. Please note, your application will not be reviewed without the submission of a resume.

Application Deadline:

We are accepting applications until 12/06/2025. Once the application date closes, you will be notified with an outcome.

About Enviro Infrastructure:

Enviro Infrastructure is a diversified civil contraction contractor, offering a range of services to our clients. We specialize in operating in high-risk, high-compliance environments, backed by over ten years of operational experience with the Main Roads network, the electrified and heavy freight rail networks and the ports of Western Australia.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Enviro is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in the workforce. Enviro Infrastructure acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First people.

We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from men, women, non-binary of all ages and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for this role and all other current vacancies.