Site Manager

BESIX Watpac; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing Days

Awards and Recognition Program

Wellbeing program

Perkbox access

Social events and Family Days

Job summary

BESIX Watpac is seeking a Site Manager to join our Queensland Construction team based in Cairns. You will manage site construction activities, drive programming and coordinate all subcontractors and material deliveries to deliver projects safely, on program and to the highest standard.

Responsibilities include leading safety, quality and environmental practices, coordinating on/off-site activities, and ensuring compliance with contract documents and authorities.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in building/construction or related field.
• Strong building experience delivering large, complex projects as a Site Manager.
• Sound leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Able to perform under high pressure and maintain professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Drive safety, environment and quality policies on site in line with management plans and OH&S requirements.
• Coordinate construction activities on/off site and manage issues affecting site operations.
• Program and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and material deliveries; keep PM updated daily.
• Lead meetings with subcontractors, suppliers and design team to review progress and practices.
• Ensure work adheres to contract documents, local authority requirements and standards.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree/Diploma in building/construction

Job description

With over a century of heritage in Australia, BESIX Watpac is a builder deeply ingrained in the local construction landscape. We’re building what matters, with an exciting portfolio of projects across all sectors – from stadiums and venues to complex industrial facilities, hospitals and secure infrastructure, including defence. Our footprint spans Australia and New Zealand, where we continue to deliver projects that leave a lasting legacy in the communities they serve. Our people are the beating heart of what we do, and the passion they bring each day drives our success, to build the best together.

Job Description

BESIX Watpac is seeking a Site Manager to join our Qld Construction team based in Cairns. You will be responsible with managing the site construction teams and its activities, driving the programming and co‑ordination of all subcontractors, suppliers and material deliveries to deliver our projects safely, on program and to the highest standard.

This role will be responsible for:

• Proactively drive company safety, environment and quality policies, practices and procedures in compliance with Management Plans and OH&S legislative requirements to provide a safe workplace at all times.
• Coordinate all construction activities on and off site and be in total control of all issues that affect the efficient running of the site.
• Program and coordinate all subcontractors, suppliers and material deliveries. Ensure compliance with safety, industrial relations, and quality assurance requirements, and keep the Project Manager updated daily.
• Lead meetings with subcontractors, suppliers and the design team to discuss progress, work practices and ensure timely, professional construction progress.
• Ensuring the project is constructed in accordance with the contract documents, the requirements of local authorities and relevant standards, including the completion of all practical completion defects.

Qualifications

The incumbent in this role will require:

• Strong building experience, with demonstrated success in delivering large, complex projects in a Site Manager capacity.
• Degree/Diploma in building/construction, or other recognised tertiary or trade qualification in a construction related field.
• Sound leadership skills and ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high pressure environment.
• Proven high level of professionalism, maturity and candour in daily work ethic.

Additional Information

Along with a competitive remuneration package and long‑term career development opportunities, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:

• Wellbeing Days - three additional leave days per year.
• Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.
• Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
• Instant access to Perkbox, giving you a wide variety of perks and benefits, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health.
• Social events and Family Days.

At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best. If you’re excited about this role but don’t tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and believe you would be a great fit with BESIX Watpac.

Join our talented and passionate team delivering once‑in‑a‑generation projects.

BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.