Senior Basement Foreman - Piling & Excavation (Melbourne)

National Civil & Foundations Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

National Civil & Foundations Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Foreman - Basements to lead complex basement projects, including piling, excavation and structural works. You will manage on-site teams, coordinate trades and ensure work aligns with plans and building codes.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years as a foreman in basement construction, strong knowledge of foundations, and a proven track record of safety and delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience as a Foreman in basement construction.
• Strong knowledge of foundations, basements, piling or ground engineering.
• Willingness to work across Melbourne VIC.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications and levels.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• White Card and valid driver’s licence.
• HR licence and relevant plant tickets are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the onsite basement works including piling, excavation and other aspects.
• Oversee daily site operations, ensuring all trades and labourers work effectively and safely.
• Coordinate deliveries, plant hire, and subcontractor access to maintain workflow.
• Ensure all work is completed to specification, plans and building codes.
• Ensure all works are undertaken in accordance with all HSEQ policies and procedures.
• Accountability for tracking and ensuring progress against schedule.
• Ensure sufficient resources including labour and equipment are available to deliver the project schedule.
• Maintain appropriate site documentation and reporting.

Skills

Basement construction

Piling

Earthworks

Leadership

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Plan interpretation

Job description

National Civil & Foundations Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Foreman - Basements to lead complex basement projects, including piling, excavation and structural works. You will manage on-site teams, coordinate trades and ensure work aligns with plans and building codes.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years as a foreman in basement construction, strong knowledge of foundations, and a proven track record of safety and delivery.