Lead Site Manager – Solar Farm Construction

Pilecom; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilecom is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead onsite operations for a major solar farm construction project in Queensland. This hands-on leadership role manages daily construction activities, coordinating personnel and resources, driving productivity, and ensuring safe, high-quality delivery.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Manager to maintain momentum, manage site challenges and develop an accountable, capable team with a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or in a senior site leadership role within construction.
• Experience in large-scale solar farm construction, renewable energy or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction planning, sequencing, resource allocation and productivity management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, diverse site teams and manage subcontractors.
• Sound knowledge of HSE legislation, site safety requirements and quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily site operations across mechanical installation activities.
• Coordinate supervisors, leading hands, operators, subcontractors and site personnel.
• Drive construction productivity and ensure works are delivered in line with project schedules and targets.
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE requirements, procedures and standards.
• Monitor workforce performance, plant utilisation, resources and project progress.
• Identify and resolve construction challenges to minimise delays and improve efficiency.
• Oversee quality assurance activities and ensure installations meet engineering specifications and project requirements.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to manage project priorities, risks and resource requirements.
• Maintain effective relationships with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Provide clear direction, coaching and support to site leaders and their teams.
• Ensure accurate daily reporting of production, labour, plant and site activities.
• We are looking for a practical, solutions focused leader who thrives in a fast paced construction environment and knows how to get the best out of their team.

Skills

Site management

Construction leadership

HSE compliance

Stakeholder management

Driver's licence

White Card

Job description

Pilecom is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead onsite operations for a major solar farm construction project in Queensland. This hands-on leadership role manages daily construction activities, coordinating personnel and resources, driving productivity, and ensuring safe, high-quality delivery.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Manager to maintain momentum, manage site challenges and develop an accountable, capable team with a proactive safety culture.