Site Foreman

CC Pines; Darwin; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CC Pines seeks a hands-on Foreman to lead our on-site team in Darwin, coordinating trades, subcontractors, and resources to deliver the scope safely, on program and to spec. You’ll own planning, problem-solving, and reporting to the Site/Project Manager as a trusted right-hand.

This role sites you on a major Defence‑linked project with relocation support for the right candidate and a pathway to career growth within a values‑driven, huge‑impact team.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification and 5–10 years' construction experience, ideally with time leading site operations.
• Broad familiarity with trades, contracts, and delivery methodologies.
• Strong problem solving, time management, and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
• Current White Card and Telehandler licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all aspects of the build from planning through execution.
• Coordinate multiple trade teams and subcontractors to hit outcomes.
• Own health, safety, and environmental performance on-site.
• Organise tools, plant, machinery, materials, and personnel daily.
• Shape short-term construction programs and daily/weekly work plans.
• Provide progress reports and handovers to Site Manager and Project Manager.

Skills

Construction leadership

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

White Card

Telehandler licence

Site reporting tools

Job description

CC Pines is heading to Darwin, and we need a hands‑on Foreman to lead the charge on‑site. This is more than a job posting — it's an invitation to run your own patch on a high‑profile Defence project, in one of the most exciting, fastest‑growing corners of the country.

If you're a construction leader who wants real ownership of a site, a serious project on your CV, and a lifestyle upgrade most tradies only dream about — keep reading.

About Us

CC Pines is an Australian‑owned, family‑founded construction company with a 45‑year track record of delivering complex, high‑risk projects that other contractors won't touch — from embassy builds in Morocco to Defence infrastructure across the Pacific. We work with the Australian Department of Defence, DFAT, and the US Department of Defence, and we've never had a reportable safety incident. We're big enough to run world‑class projects, small enough that your voice actually gets heard.

Our values — humble, hungry, smart — aren't a poster on the wall. They're how we pick our people and how we run our sites.

Why Darwin?

This role is 100% on‑site in Darwin, and honestly, that's one of the best parts of the job.

• A genuine outdoor lifestyle. Think Mindil Beach sunsets, fishing for barra, weekend trips to Litchfield and Kakadu National Parks, and a harbourside city built for getting outside after work.
• Dry season living. Darwin's dry season (roughly May to October) delivers warm, sunny days and next to no rain — some of the best year‑round outdoor conditions in Australia.
• A tight‑knit, laid‑back community. Darwin has a small‑city feel with a big social scene — markets, festivals, and a genuine "everyone knows everyone" culture that makes settling in easy.
• Career runway. Darwin's Defence and infrastructure pipeline is booming. Leading a site here puts you at the centre of some of the most significant Defence‑linked construction activity in the country.
• Relocation support available for the right candidate — ask us about it.

Why Join CC Pines?

• A leadership role on a nationally significant Defence project, not just another job site.
• Competitive salary plus Territory living benefits, with a genuine relocation conversation on the table.
• Real career progression — we're growing, and we invest in developing our people, not just filling seats.
• A supportive, inclusive team culture where experienced trades are respected, not micromanaged.
• Competitive compensation and a range of benefits.
• Career growth opportunities with continuous learning.
• Inclusive, supportive work environment.

Job Description

The Role

As Foreman, you'll be the driving force on the ground — coordinating on‑site teams, subcontractors, and resources to deliver our scope of work safely, on program, and to spec. You'll take real ownership: planning the work, solving problems as they come up, and reporting back to the Site Manager and Project Manager as a trusted right‑hand.

What you'll be doing:

• Supervising all aspects of the build, from planning through to execution
• Coordinating multiple trade teams and subcontractors to hit outcomes
• Owning health, safety, and environmental performance on‑site
• Organising tools, plant, machinery, materials, and people day‑to‑day
• Shaping short‑term construction programs and daily/weekly work plans
• Keeping progress reports, shift handovers, and communication with the Site Manager/PM tight and reliable

Desired Skills and Experience

What You Bring

• A trade qualification and 5–10 years' construction experience, ideally with time spent leading site operations
• Broad familiarity with trades, construction contracts, and delivery methodologies
• Sharp problem‑solving, time management, and prioritisation skills
• Strong communication — you listen as well as you direct
• Current White Card and Telehandler licence, and comfort with on‑site tech/reporting tools