Lead Mechanical Construction Manager - Water/Wastewater

Aquatec-Maxcon Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquatec Maxcon Pty Ltd on the Gold Coast requires an experienced Construction Manager to lead day‑to‑day site construction activities for a water infrastructure project in Elanora. You will oversee mechanical installation works, coordinate subcontractors and ensure safe, on‑time delivery to the highest quality standards.

The role demands hands‑on leadership, strong mechanical background and proven ability to drive project outcomes while maintaining safety and budget controls.

Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical trade qualification or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience supervising or managing mechanical construction activities, ideally in water, wastewater or industrial processing facilities.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical installations including pumps, valves, pipework and equipment.
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate subcontractors in active construction environments.
• Knowledge of WHS/Safety requirements, construction methodologies and QA processes.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to work with project teams and clients.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Experience in water or wastewater treatment plant construction is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily site operations, supervising staff and subcontractors.
• Plan, schedule and allocate labour, equipment and materials to meet milestones and budgets.
• Oversee mechanical installation works (pumps, piping, valves and equipment).
• Promote safety culture with pre‑starts, toolbox talks, SWMS/JSAs and WHS compliance.
• Develop construction methodologies, work packs and schedules with the Project Manager.
• Monitor progress, productivity and quality to spec and contract requirements.
• Coordinate specialist subcontractors, suppliers and material deliveries.
• Maintain site records, QA documentation, inspection records and progress reports.
• Liaise with project engineers, management, clients and stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve construction challenges to minimise delays and maintain momentum.
• Support project cost control, budget monitoring and reporting.
• Coordinate inspections, completion documentation and client sign‑offs.

Skills

Mechanical leadership

Team supervision

Safety management

Project coordination

Communication

Job description

Aquatec Maxcon Pty Ltd on the Gold Coast requires an experienced Construction Manager to lead day‑to‑day site construction activities for a water infrastructure project in Elanora. You will oversee mechanical installation works, coordinate subcontractors and ensure safe, on‑time delivery to the highest quality standards.

The role demands hands‑on leadership, strong mechanical background and proven ability to drive project outcomes while maintaining safety and budget controls.