Plumbing Site Manager

McMahon Services; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop and mobile phone

Uniform and PPE provided

Career development

Job summary

McMahon Services in Adelaide is seeking an experienced Master Plumber to join our Building & Construction team as Plumbing Site Manager. This hands-on leadership role requires you to lead on-site delivery, mentor teams, and uphold safety and quality standards across commercial plumbing projects.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will manage labour, materials and site resources, read drawings, coordinate with clients and subcontractors, and travel to regional projects when required.

Qualifications

• Master Plumber qualification with White Card and a current driver’s license.
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a Site Manager role within commercial plumbing.
• Experience across hydraulics, fire services, hot water, TMVs, water filtration and tempering systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise site-based plumbing teams across commercial projects.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure on-site compliance with statutory and company requirements.
• Coordinate labour, materials and equipment to optimise project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Education

Master Plumber qualification

Tools

Procore

Excel

Teams

Outlook

Job description

Are you a driven Master Plumber seeking to build a meaningful career with a leading Australian company? McMahon Services, a privately-owned leader in construction, industrial and environmental services, is looking for a talented Plumbing Site Manager to join our Building & Construction team.

About Us

McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately-owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing over 1,000 people nationally. We operate across metropolitan and remote locations, delivering high-quality outcomes through strong relationships, integrity, and a long‑term approach to our people and projects.

We don’t just hire for projects we invest in careers. Our team culture is collaborative, supportive, and safety-focused, with genuine opportunities for professional growth and development.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Master Plumber to join our Adelaide team as a Plumbing Site Manager. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will lead from the front, drive high standards on‑site, and contribute to the continued growth of our plumbing division.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for delivering plumbing projects safely, on time, and to a high standard, while mentoring teams and supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise site-based plumbing teams across commercial projects
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all statutory and company requirements
• Coordinate labour, materials, and equipment to optimise project delivery
• Maintain quality control across all stages of works
• Read, interpret and manage drawings, specifications, and design changes
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement and development of the plumbing business

About You

• Master Plumber qualification, current driver’s licence, and White Card
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a Site Manager role within commercial plumbing
• Strong experience across commercial plumbing systems including hydraulics, fire services, hot water systems, TMVs, water filtration and tempering systems
• Proven ability to plan, coordinate and manage materials, tools, and site resources efficiently
• Solutions focused mindset with a strong understanding of compliance, standards, and best practice
• Experience working on complex or large-scale commercial and/or civil projects (desirable)
• Proficient in digital tools including Procore, Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams, Outlook)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Flexibility to travel to regional projects when required
• Ability to pass pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing

What We Offer

• Long-term career development with pathways into senior leadership roles
• Opportunity to work with a highly skilled national team
• Company vehicle, laptop, and mobile phone
• Supportive, family‑oriented culture where people come first
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Uniform and PPE provided

If you’re a motivated leader looking to take the next step in your career and help grow a high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you.

No Recruitment Agencies please

At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity, and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.