Residential Site Foreman — Lead High-Quality, On-Time Builds

Killara group

Sydney

On-site

AUD 95,000 - 140,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Residential projects
Career growth
Professional team

Job summary

Killara group in Sydney, NSW seeks an experienced Site Foreman to oversee day-to-day site operations on residential projects. You will coordinate trades, supervise subcontractors, ensure plans and safety standards are followed, and report progress to management.

The role requires 4–5 years as a foreman, knowledge of NSW codes, reading plans, and a valid White Card and driver’s licence. Strong leadership and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 4–5 years’ experience as a Site Foreman (residential preferred).
  • Strong understanding of NSW building codes and regulations.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to run multiple trades and meet deadlines.
  • Interpret architectural, structural plans and details.
  • Set out site as required.
  • Have a good eye for detail and finishes.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and supervise subcontractors and trades onsite.
  • Ensure works are completed in accordance with plans and specifications.
  • Maintain WHS compliance and site safety.
  • Monitor construction program and timelines.
  • Coordinate deliveries, inspections, and certifier requirements.
  • Maintain high-quality workmanship standards.
  • Report progress directly to management.
  • Interpret architectural, structural plans and details.
  • Set out site as required.
  • Have a good eye for detail and finishes.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Reading plans
Team supervision
Site safety

Education

White Card
Driver's licence

Job description

Killara group in Sydney, NSW seeks an experienced Site Foreman to oversee day-to-day site operations on residential projects. You will coordinate trades, supervise subcontractors, ensure plans and safety standards are followed, and report progress to management.

The role requires 4–5 years as a foreman, knowledge of NSW codes, reading plans, and a valid White Card and driver’s licence. Strong leadership and attention to detail are essential.

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