Precast Leading Hand

Geoquest Australia is a leading civil and geotechnical engineering firm, boasting 60 years of global experience across 40 countries. With a celebrated 50-year legacy in Australia, we excel in engineering, innovation and customer support. We provide solutions for soil structure interaction to retain, cross, protect and strengthen.

• Retain: We develop bespoke earth retaining solutions, including Mechanically Stabilized Earth walls and various other retaining structures.
• Cross: Our expertise extends to designing structures to cross obstacles, encompassing bridge abutments, underpasses, tunnels, culverts and wildlife crossings.
• Protect: We deploy robust protection systems to mitigate damage from natural disasters.
• Strengthen: Our portfolio includes designing and supplying materials for geosynthetic soil reinforcement in applications like basal reinforcement and slope stabilization.

About the role: We are seeking a full-time ongoing Precast Leading Hand to join our growing team at our new and expanding facility in Ormeau, QLD. You will be responsible for the manufacture of precast products in accordance with the plans and specifications. This role offers long-term opportunity, stable work, and the chance to contribute to major projects that will shape Australia's infrastructure landscape. You will be rewarded with ongoing support and development, working alongside a fantastic team in a positive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications, skills & experience:

• Relevant trade experience.
• Hazard identification/awareness.
• Forklift licence (preferred).

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily operations - Plan, organise and guide a small team of Precast Operators to consistently meet production targets.
• Maintain a safe work environment - Ensure all tasks are carried out safely and in line with site safety requirements.
• Deliver high-quality precast products - Oversee efficient production while upholding high standards of workmanship and professional conduct.
• Model best practice - Set the standard for all stages of precast manufacture, including mould preparation, concrete placement and finishing, demoulding, stacking, storage, housekeeping, and worksite organisation.
• Develop and support employees - Provide coaching to team members and assist in the training and successful onboarding of new employees.
• Ensure compliance with specifications - Verify that all products meet engineering drawings, quality standards, and procedural requirements.
• Promote teamwork and communication - Foster a positive, cooperative work environment within the team and the wider workforce.
• Follow company policies - Adhere to all company procedures, safety rules, and operational guidelines at all times.
• Idea sharing - We encourage new ideas and suggestions that will improve our organisational success.

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol assessment.

Benefits of working at Geoquest Australia:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access free confidential support whenever you need it, for you and your family.
• Employee Share Program: Become a part of our company's success through shared ownership opportunities.
• Employee Referral Program: Help us grow the team and earn a $2,000 bonus for connecting us with talented individuals.
• Training & Development: We value your development and provide opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Professional Memberships: We'll cover the cost of your relevant professional membership to support your career growth and industry connections.
• Workplace Anniversary Leave: Celebrate your milestones with an additional day of leave on your work anniversary.
• Wellbeing Days: Participate in our many ongoing wellbeing initiatives.
• Flexible work: Flexible work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.
• Insurance Coverage: Stay protected with life insurance which includes 12 month's salary in the event of death, injury or illness either at work or at home.
• Paid Maternity Leave: Enjoy 14 weeks of company-funded maternity leave to bond with your growing family.
• Digital Wellbeing Platform: Enjoy free access to a digital wellbeing platform to support your mental, emotional and physical health.

Closing date: Applications close 5pm Friday, 6 November 2026. Geoquest Australia strives to promote social integration, diversity and equal opportunities. We take action to ensure that the different elements of society are represented at every level of our organisation. We are particularly committed to increasing the number of women in management roles.

Our values & commitment:

• Fairness: We are driven by ethical & fair decision making and behaviours. We expect reciprocity from all our stakeholders.
• Commitment: We do what we say, and say what we do.
• Empowerment: We trust our colleagues, support each other to succeed and we hold ourselves to account.
• Curiosity: We challenge the status quo and we actively seek new challenges.

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