Construction Lead

Service Stream; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Ongoing training

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Service Stream in Ferntree Gully, VIC is seeking Construction Leads to drive safe, compliant delivery of overhead electricity distribution projects across maintenance and capital works, leading field crews and coordinating with clients and subcontractors. You will champion a safety-first culture and manage project scope, schedule and budget on site.

Applicants should have significant utilities or major project experience, a civil engineering or related degree, and a Certificate III in ESI

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Certificate III in ESI Distribution Overhead (essential).
• Relevant industry certifications and safety qualifications will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead overhead distribution project delivery, maintaining safety, quality and schedule.
• Coordinate subcontractors, field crews and client expectations on site.
• Champion a safety-first culture with toolbox talks, audits and risk reviews.
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensure regulatory compliance and environmental standards.

Skills

Construction leadership

Safety leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project delivery

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Certificate III ESI Overhead

Job description

## Construction LeadApply: VIC - Ferntree Gully: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 16, 2026 (29 days left to apply): JR-119007# **Primary Location**VIC - Ferntree Gully# **Job Description Summary**Lead overhead electricity distribution projects, driving safety, compliance and team performance across maintenance and capital works programs# **About the Role****Ferntree Gully, VIC | Permanent Full-Time**is seeking multiple experienced **Construction Leads** to join our Utilities division in **Ferntree Gully** on a permanent, full-time basis.In this role, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of overhead electricity distribution works across both maintenance and capital programs. You will provide day-to-day leadership to field crews, ensuring work is delivered in line with client expectations, safety requirements, regulatory obligations, project schedules, and budget targets.As a Construction Lead, you will act as the key link between project delivery teams, network operators, subcontractors, and field personnel to ensure the successful execution of overhead distribution projects.## Key Responsibilities* Champion and lead a strong safety-first culture across all project activities.* Ensure construction works are completed in accordance with WHS legislation, environmental requirements, company policies, and client standards.* Lead field safety activities, site inspections, audits, and toolbox meetings.* Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks proactively.* Ensure subcontractors and field teams comply with approved Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.* Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.* Intervene and stop work where safety standards or compliance requirements are compromised.* Lead the construction and maintenance delivery of overhead distribution network projects.* Coordinate resources, plant, materials, contractors, and specialist services.* Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.* Monitor construction progress and take proactive action to address delays, risks, and operational challenges.* Develop and implement construction methodologies and delivery strategies during tender and project delivery phases.* Maintain strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.## ## About YouTo be successful in this role, you will bring:* Significant experience within utilities, electrical distribution, infrastructure, or major project environments.* Demonstrated experience leading construction crews, project teams, and subcontractors.* Proven ability to manage safety, quality, cost, and schedule outcomes simultaneously.* Strong stakeholder engagement and customer relationship management skills.* Experience developing construction methodologies and project delivery strategies.* Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.### Qualifications* Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.* Certificate III in ESI Distribution Overhead (essential).* Relevant industry certifications and safety qualifications will be highly regarded.## ## Why Join Service Stream? Permanent full-time position Work on essential infrastructure that powers Victorian communities Career development and ongoing training opportunities Diverse and challenging projects across critical network assets Supportive, collaborative, and safety-focused team culture Opportunities for long-term career progression within a national organisation## ## Our Commitment to InclusionAt Service Stream, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, and candidates from diverse cultural backgrounds.We believe a diverse workforce strengthens our business and helps us better serve the communities in which we operate.# **Department**Construction# **How to Apply**If this sounds like you apply now to the Service Stream Recruitment Team via the online application button.