Senior Supervisor

McConnell Dowell; City Of Greater Geraldton; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO 2:1 roster

Job summary

McConnell Dowell is delivering a challenging marine infrastructure project in Geraldton, WA. The Senior Supervisor will lead civil and marine works, with emphasis on rockwalls and breakwaters, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will manage labour, plant and subcontractors, coordinating with management, engineering and site teams to achieve programed outcomes. The role requires extensive hands-on construction experience, leadership capability, and a strong focus on safety and

Qualifications

• Eight+ years in a relevant construction environment.
• Experience in civil and marine construction, rockwalls and breakwaters preferred.
• Proven ability to lead site teams and coordinate resources.
• Trade qualification is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily civil and marine construction activities, focusing on rockwall and breakwater work.
• Supervise site personnel, subcontractors, and plant to meet production targets and safety standards.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications, schedule and budget; maintain records and reporting.
• Promote a safety, environmental and quality culture across the site.
• Mentor and support supervisors and site personnel to drive teamwork and continuous improvement.

Skills

Hands-on construction

Team leadership

Safety culture

Communication skills

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

About the project

We're pursuing an exciting marine infrastructure project in Geraldton, Western Australia, creating an opportunity to contribute to the planning and delivery of complex infrastructure works in a stunning coastal location with easy access to urban amenities and an enviable regional lifestyle.

The project offers an opportunity to play a key role in delivering civil and marine construction works, with a particular focus on rockwall and breakwater construction. You'll help drive safe, efficient and high-quality construction outcomes while working alongside an experienced project team.

About the role

We're seeking an experienced Senior Supervisor with a strong civil construction background and proven experience in marine works, particularly rockwall and breakwater construction.

You’ll take a lead role in coordinating and supervising day-to-day site activities, managing labour, plant and subcontractors, and ensuring construction works are delivered safely, to specification, within program and budget. Working closely with project management, engineering teams and site personnel, you'll drive productivity, maintain high standards of safety and environmental performance, and help build a positive, accountable site culture.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on construction leader to bring their technical knowledge and practical site experience to a complex marine infrastructure project.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily construction activities for civil and marine works, particularly rockwall and breakwater construction, ensuring delivery in accordance with drawings, specifications and construction schedules.
• Supervise and coordinate site personnel, subcontractors, plant and equipment to achieve production targets and maximise resource efficiency.
• Drive a strong safety, environmental and quality culture, ensuring hazards are managed and all works comply with project requirements and the McConnell Dowell Integrated Management System.
• Monitor construction progress, identify risks and potential variations, maintain accurate site records and provide timely reporting to project management.
• Mentor and support supervisors and site personnel, promoting teamwork, productivity, accountability and continuous improvement across the project.

Don't tick all the boxes? If you don't meet every requirement but have relevant experience or transferable skills, we encourage you to apply. You may be a great fit for this role or other opportunities within McConnell Dowell.

What will you bring?

• Extensive hands-on construction experience, including at least eight years in a relevant construction environment and previous experience as a Foreman or Supervisor.
• Demonstrated experience in civil and marine construction, with rockwall and breakwater construction experience highly regarded and strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead site teams, coordinate subcontractors and resources, and deliver construction activities safely, efficiently and in line with program and quality requirements.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety, environmental and quality requirements, supported by effective communication, planning and problem-solving skills. A relevant trade qualification is desirable.

What’s in it for you?

• Specialist project experience: Play a key role in delivering complex marine construction works, including rockwalls and breakwaters.
• FIFO 2:1 roster: Enjoy a structured work and time-off cycle, flying from Perth.
• Leadership opportunity: Lead construction teams and contribute directly to site performance, productivity and delivery outcomes.
• Ongoing career opportunities: Access a stable pipeline of projects across McConnell Dowell's WA portfolio.

About Us | McConnell Dowell - Creative Construction

Our purpose is Providing a Better Life. For more than 60 years, we've delivered high-quality, complex projects across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, and Southeast Asia, connecting communities and supporting economic growth.

We offer a wide variety of projects, roles, and locations, with opportunities to develop your career through mentoring, training, and hands-on experience. Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and inclusive, where you can make a real impact on both projects and people’s lives. We are committed to creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and able to grow.

We actively celebrate diversity and inclusion, encouraging all individuals to bring their ideas and be themselves.

All successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical, which may include drug and alcohol checks.

This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and we are not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.