Site Manager

Core Talent; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

3-month initial contract

Potential extension

Job summary

Core Talent in Canberra is seeking an experienced Site Foreman / Site Manager to oversee day-to-day paving operations on a major infrastructure project. The role is a temporary contract with mobilising two additional crews and a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity on site.

You will read construction drawings, coordinate plant, labour and subcontractors, monitor progress and resolve issues, and lead site teams to deliver works that meet program and client requirements while

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing paving works on civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction safety and quality standards.
• Current Forklift Licence.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and drawings.
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Willingness and ability to successfully complete a Certificate III medical assessment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate paving works on site.
• Lead site crews to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to program.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate plant, labour, and subcontractors to meet project objectives.
• Monitor site progress and resolve day-to-day operational issues.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with project and client requirements.

Skills

Paving management

Safety compliance

Reading plans

Forklift licence

Team leadership

English communication

Education

Certificate III medical assessment

Job description

Site Foreman / Site Manager

We are seeking an experienced Site Foreman / Site Manager to join our team on a temporary contract for a major infrastructure project in Canberra. Due to changes in the project program and the need to mobilise two additional crews, we are looking for a capable site leader who can oversee day-to-day paving operations while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate paving works on site.
• Lead site crews to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to program.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate plant, labour, and subcontractors to meet project objectives.
• Monitor site progress and resolve day-to-day operational issues.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with project and client requirements.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience managing paving works on civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction safety and quality standards.
• Current Forklift Licence.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and drawings.
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Willingness and ability to successfully complete a Certificate III medical assessment.

What's on Offer

• Immediate start.
• Initial 3-month contract with the potential for extension.
• Opportunity to work on a significant infrastructure project in Canberra.
• Supportive team environment with the opportunity to contribute to a high-profile civil project.