Piling Offsider

About the role

Working alongside experienced Piling Rig Operators, Supervisors and site crews, you will provide hands-on support across daily piling operations. You will assist with equipment setup, materials, tooling and general piling activities while learning the skills and processes required to work safely and effectively around piling equipment.

This is a physically demanding role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes direction well and wants to develop their skills within a specialist civil construction environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist Piling Rig Operators with daily piling operations
• Handle piling tools, equipment, casing and construction materials
• Assist with the mobilisation, positioning and pack-down of piling equipment
• Support rig setup and general site preparation
• Maintain clean, organised and safe work areas
• Participate in daily pre-starts and follow site safety procedures
• Follow direction from Operators, Supervisors and Engineers
• Operate an 8T excavator for site clean-up and material handling when competent and authorised
• Assist with general civil construction duties as required

About you

We are looking for someone who is reliable, physically capable and keen to develop a career in piling and civil construction.

• Previous experience in civil construction, piling, earthworks or heavy construction highly regarded
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Interest in developing specialist piling skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team and follow direction
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions
• Reliable and adaptable, with the ability to work a DIDO roster
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Australian working rights
• Current Construction White Card
• Current unrestricted Australian Driver Licence
• Excavator Statement of Attainment (SOA)
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
• Willingness to work a 3:1 DIDO roster

Benefits

• $40–$48/hour + penalties

• 3:1 DIDO roster

• Long-term employment across major infrastructure projects

• Career progression opportunities with hands-on training and long-term project pipelines

• Opportunity to work alongside experienced piling and construction teams

• Supportive workplace with a strong commitment to safety

• Modern, private accommodation provided on remote camp projects with full board

• Accommodation facilities include high-speed internet, fully equipped gym, medical centre, recreation and community rooms, sporting facilities, BBQ areas and an on-site convenience store

Apply Now or contact 1300 MURPHY ([1300 687 749](tel:1300 687 749)) for a confidential discussion.

Why Join MCS Civil?

Join a growing Australian civil contractor where you can work alongside experienced teams, take on meaningful projects and build a career with a company that values its people. At MCS Civil, our teams are built on respect, accountability and shared success, with opportunities to grow your skills, take on new challenges and contribute to projects that make a lasting impact.

Work on major energy and infrastructure projects throughout NSW, QLD and SA with ongoing DIDO opportunities working across 3:1 and 2:1 rosters.

Company Overview

MCS Civil is a privately owned Australian civil contractor with a strong reputation for delivering specialist civil works across the energy, rail, transport and infrastructure sectors.

Our capabilities span civil construction, earthworks, piling, foundations and concrete works, supported by experienced project teams, specialist capability and a modern, privately owned fleet. We work alongside principal contractors, utilities and project partners to deliver projects that form part of Australia’s essential infrastructure.

With a growing pipeline of major energy infrastructure and transmission line projects across NSW, Queensland and South Australia, we are seeking experienced Piling Crews to join our team and play a key role in delivering critical foundation works.