Senior Rail Construction & Maintenance Superintendent

McConnell Dowell Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Job summary

McConnell Dowell Australia is seeking a General Superintendent to lead rail construction and maintenance across Melbourne and regional Victoria. You will oversee field operations, guide site teams, and be the face of the business, driving growth through strong stakeholder relationships.

The role requires a hands-on leader with a track record in rail projects, a focus on safety and quality, and the ability to travel across Melbourne and regional Victoria as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ relevant construction experience, including previous Superintendent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate rail construction and maintenance activities across multiple sites.
• Provide frontline leadership to Supervisors, employees and subcontractors.
• Drive safety, environmental compliance, quality, and productivity across all operations.
• Manage resources, workforce performance, and schedules to achieve delivery targets.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to identify opportunities, support business development, and secure additional work.
• Represent McConnell Dowell professionally, strengthening client relationships and our presence across Victoria’s rail sector.
• Identify risks and resolve operational challenges to keep working safely and efficiently.

Skills

Rail construction

Leadership

Health & safety

Stakeholder engagement

Scheduling

Job description

McConnell Dowell Australia is seeking a General Superintendent to lead rail construction and maintenance across Melbourne and regional Victoria. You will oversee field operations, guide site teams, and be the face of the business, driving growth through strong stakeholder relationships.

The role requires a hands-on leader with a track record in rail projects, a focus on safety and quality, and the ability to travel across Melbourne and regional Victoria as needed.