FOREMAN - Utilities/Services

National Civil & Foundations Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

National Civil & Foundations Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Foreman – Utilities/Services to lead civil works across Melbourne projects, including water/sewer services, pavement and excavation. This hands-on leadership role requires a strong background in utilities and pavement construction, with a focus on delivering quality outcomes in the field.

You will manage daily site activities, mentor crews, and coordinate with project managers, clients and subcontractors, while upholding OH&S and

Qualifications

• Experience minimum 10 years as a Foreman in civil construction with significant utilities experience.
• Strong knowledge of civil works involving utilities/services, pavement construction and earthworks.
• Willingness to work across Melbourne Vic.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site activities and coordinate crews, subcontractors, and equipment.
• Plan daily activities and coordinate labour, plant, equipment and materials.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications and levels.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to specification.
• Mentor workers to uphold high standards and teamwork.
• Communicate progress with Project Managers and resolve site issues promptly.
• Uphold OH&S, environmental and quality requirements.
• Contribute to planning, productivity and continuous improvement onsite.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

HSE knowledge

Job description

National Civil & Foundations Pty Ltd – Melbourne VIC

National Civil & Foundations (NCF) | South Melbourne, VIC

About NCF

National Civil & Foundations (NCF) is a well-established civil construction company delivering excavation, retention, piling, infrastructure and cartage solutions to some of Australia's most successful and regarded builders.

About the Role

NCF is looking for an experienced Foreman – Utilities/Services to provide leadership and management across civil works (incl: kerb, pavement, service relocation- water/sewer/telcoms, excavation and/or basement construction projects).

This is a hands‑on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in the field, takes pride in quality outcomes, and brings a strong background in civil construction, including services/utilities and pavement construction.

Key Responsibilities

Works including:

• Water, sewer, stormwater, electrical underground installations and trench works
• Earthworks & earthmoving equipment
• Pavement construction
• Lead daily site activities and coordinate crews, subcontractors, and equipment
• Plan daily activities and coordinate labour, plant, equipment and materials.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications and levels.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to specification
• Support and mentor workers to uphold high standards and teamwork
• Communicate progress with Project Managers and resolve site issues promptly
• Uphold compliance with OH&S, environmental, and quality requirements
• Contribute to planning, productivity, and continuous improvement onsite
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

About You

• Experience minimum 10 years as a Foreman in civil construction with significant experience with works involving Services/Utilities
• Strong knowledge of civil works involving utilities/services, pavement construction and earthworks
• Willingness to work across Melbourne Vic
• Strong practical knowledge of civil works, including piling, excavation and basement projects
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications and levels.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.

Why NCF

Competitive salary, backed by a well-established, growing construction business