Construction Superintendent

PLS Group; Shire Of East Pilbara; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

PLS invites an experienced Superintendent to join on a casual, 2/1 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region. You will allocate supervision resources, lead contractor teams, and ensure delivery to scope, schedule and safety standards.

You will uphold HSE culture, manage documentation and liaise with the Project/Construction Manager to address risks and changes promptly.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification or trade background with experience supervising infrastructure construction in mining/mineral processing.
• S26 (Schedule 26) training or ability to obtain, and knowledge of WA mine safety obligations and contractor compliance.
• Strong safety mindset and WHS knowledge; ensure contractor compliance to site safety, environmental and quality standards (Section 44 training and WA C Class licence).
• Ability to allocate and lead site supervision resources and manage contractors to deliver works safely, to scope, schedule and budget.
• Focus on HSE, environmental and quality performance; confident to intervene/stop work and ensure plans and standards are followed.
• Able to interpret/challenge drawings and specifications; assess construction methods and ensure compliance with standards.
• Strong communication and admin discipline; maintain daily site records, reporting, and use Aconex/MS Office (Primavera P6/MS Project, INX/Forwood/Pronto, AutoCAD).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day construction execution and allocate supervision resources to deliver projects safely, to scope, schedule and budget.
• Lead contractor site teams to meet contractual requirements and compliance.
• Drive a strong HSE culture: verify SWMS/permits and enforce site safety and environmental plans.
• Maintain daily progress records, diaries, photos, RFIs/ITPs and project docs.
• Facilitate reporting: attend/run weekly contractor meetings and contribute to monthly progress reports.
• Manage site interfaces and risks, advise Project/Construction Manager and secure approvals before issuing communications.

Skills

Engineering background

Site supervision

Contractor management

WHS knowledge

Documentation & reporting

Education

Engineering qualification

WA C Class licence

S26 training

Tools

Aconex

Primavera P6

MS Office

AutoCAD

Pronto

Job description

About PLS

The world is going electric, and PLS is at the forefront of the charge.

Our collaborative, inclusive culture is a cornerstone of PLS. Humble, down-to-earth and genuinely invested in each other, we are one team united by a common purpose and driven to do great work together.

Being such a fast-moving company in clean energy transition means there is no shortage of challenge or opportunity. Whether it is taking on new projects, developing new skills or stepping into bigger roles, PLS is a place where careers move and where your potential has room to grow.

We're not a big corporate, and we don't want to be. At PLS you own your work, you're backed by people who care about doing a good job, and there's room to innovate and make things happen.

Positioned to be a major force for change, this is a great time to join us as we play a critical role in addressing the global energy crisis. If you want to be part of an organsision that is all about great people shaping the next era of battery minerals, we would love to hear from you.

The future is lithium, make it yours.

What PLS offers

• Access to newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora, including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval and scenic walking tracks
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Company Chaplains

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Construction manager, the Superintendent will allocate construction supervision resources to projects during their execution phase, ensuring the infrastructure projects are completed to the highest standard and compliant with all safety standards and regulations.

This is a casual role which operates on a 2/1 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day construction execution, allocating supervision resources to ensure infrastructure projects are delivered safely, to scope, schedule and budget.
• Lead contractor site teams to meet contractual requirements, drawings/specifications, statutory obligations and PLS quality standards.
• Drive a strong HSE culture: verify SWMS/permits, ensure compliance to site safety and environmental plans, and escalate/stop work where required.
• Maintain strong construction governance and records: daily progress notes, site diaries, photo records (uploaded to SharePoint), RFIs/ITPs and other project documentation.
• Facilitate effective communication and reporting: attend/run weekly contractor meetings, issue minutes, and provide inputs to monthly progress reporting.
• Manage site interfaces and issues proactively—identify risks/changes early, advise the Project/Construction Manager, and obtain approval prior to issuing any contractual communications.

About You

• Engineering qualification or trade background, with strong experience supervising infrastructure construction in a mining / mineral processing environment.
• S26 (Schedule 26) statutory appointment training (or ability to obtain) and a strong working knowledge of WA mine safety obligations and contractor compliance.
• Strong safety mindset and sound WHS knowledge, with the ability to ensure contractor compliance to site safety, environmental and quality standards (including Section 44 training and a valid WA C Class licence).
• Demonstrated ability to allocate and lead site supervision resources and manage contractors to deliver works safely, to scope, schedule and budget.
• Strong focus on HSE, environmental and quality performance—confident to intervene/stop work and ensure plans, procedures and standards are followed.
• Technically capable: can interpret and challenge drawings/specifications, assess construction methodologies, and ensure work meets statutory and industry standards.
• Strong communication and administration discipline: maintains daily site records and photo logs, contributes to reporting, and is confident using Aconex and MS Office (Primavera P6/MS Project, INX/Forwood/Pronto, AutoCAD desirable).

Supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce

PLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that values, respects and supports diversity and inclusion. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our communities and the future we’re building. We foster an environment where everyone feels safe, included and able to contribute their best. Our recruitment processes are designed to be fair, equitable and accessible for all.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all ages, and people of all genders and sexual orientations (LGBTQIA+).

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support all applicants and employees. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application process or inform our Careers team if you are contacted for an interview.

Our recruitment process

As part of our recruitment process, a number of checks will be conducted, including police / criminal background checks, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence, right to work checks and reference checks.