Works Supervisor in Perth, Australia

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way. 

Who are we looking for?

We're looking for a Works Supervisor to work with our client Main Roads WA in Perth.

This is a 6-month fixed-term contract, working 50 hours per week, supporting the delivery of civil construction activities on a direct-managed Main Roads project.

We're seeking an experienced civil construction professional who is comfortable leading crews on site, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

You'll be a hands-on leader who can provide clear direction, build strong working relationships and keep multiple work fronts moving in a dynamic project environment.

Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this role offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Leading and coordinating day-to-day site activities across civil construction works
• Supervising construction crews, subcontractors and plant operators to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
• Planning daily work activities, allocating resources and coordinating labour, equipment and materials
• Working closely with engineering, safety and quality personnel to support successful project delivery
• Monitoring construction progress, workmanship, productivity and site performance
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and work requirements to ensure works are completed in accordance with project expectations
• Managing contractor interfaces and maintaining effective communication across site teams
• Conducting pre-start meetings and promoting a strong safety culture throughout project delivery
• Identifying and resolving site issues to minimise delays and maintain project momentum
• Supporting the delivery of high-quality outcomes for Main Roads WA and key stakeholders

What you will bring to the team:

• Minimum 5 years' experience within civil construction environments
• At least 2 years' experience in a supervisory, leading hand or frontline leadership role
• Demonstrated experience delivering roadworks, earthworks, drainage or pavement construction projects
• Proven ability to supervise construction crews, subcontractors and mobile plant operations safely and effectively
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and work fronts
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and project documentation
• Sound understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements within construction environments
• Strong planning, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with project teams, contractors and clients
• Current Western Australian C Class Driver's Licence

Highly regarded:

• Experience working on Main Roads WA or similar government infrastructure projects
• Relevant civil construction, supervision or leadership qualifications
• Experience working on live road networks and traffic management environments

Interested? Apply now.

GHD has been appointed by Main Roads Western Australia to deliver a state-wide Operational Asset Management Support Service (AMSS) contract. Under this contract, GHD provides centralised and regional support to assist Main Roads manage and maintain the State Road network. 

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage. 

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