Site Manager

Astrum Recruitment; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrum Recruitment is recruiting an HVAC Site Manager to lead large installation teams on major commercial and industrial projects in Western Australia. You will coordinate activities, manage schedules and drive safety excellence across multi‑discipline packages.

Ideal candidates bring experience with 20+ on-site staff, strong client relations, and familiarity with scheduling tools. WA travel and site leadership are key, with potential career progression into broader project leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Strong experience leading HVAC installation teams on commercial or industrial projects.
• Proven ability to manage on-site teams of 20+ personnel.
• Commitment to safety leadership and site culture.
• Experience delivering mechanical packages on major projects.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Familiarity with MS Project or Primavera.
• Proficient with MS 365 tools including Teams and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead site teams including leading hands, technicians, apprentices and subcontractors.
• Coordinate installation activities across large mechanical services packages.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
• Monitor and report progress against schedule, cost and quality targets.
• Maintain accurate site records and WIP documentation.
• Mentor apprentices and junior technicians on site.

Skills

HVAC leadership

Team management

Safety leadership

Client relationships

Scheduling tools

MS 365 proficiency

Travel flexibility

Job description

Site Manager Astrum Recruitment Sydney, NSW, AU

Job Description

HVAC Site Manager Tier 1 Mechanical Contractor, Major Projects

The Opportunity

A national Tier 1 mechanical contractor is expanding its Western Australian operations and is looking to appoint two HVAC Site Managers to support several major commercial projects commencing shortly.

About the Company

This contractor operates nationally and has established a strong reputation delivering complex mechanical services across major infrastructure and commercial developments.

The WA business has grown rapidly in recent years and is projected to increase revenue by more than 300% compared to four years ago. As project scale continues to grow, the company is investing in experienced site leaders to support its next stage of expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site teams including leading hands, HVAC technicians, apprentices and subcontractors
• Coordinate installation activities across large mechanical services packages
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme
• Monitor and report progress against schedule, cost and quality targetsMaintain accurate site records and work in progress documentation
• Participate in planning, coordination and project review activities
• Mentor apprentices and junior technicians on site

About You

• Strong experience leading HVAC installation teams on commercial or industrial projects
• Proven ability to manage teams of 20 plus personnel on site
• A visible commitment to safety leadership and best practice site culture
• Experience delivering mechanical packages on major construction projects
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive client relationships
• Familiarity with project scheduling tools such as MS Project or Primavera
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 tools including Teams and Excel
• Flexible to travel or work away from home where project requirements demand

Licences and Requirements

• WA Mechanical Licence preferred
• White Construction Card
• Ability to obtain National Police Clearance
• Ability to pass a pre employment medical

Why This Role Stands Out

• Major mechanical packages on healthcare, defence and education projects
• Rapidly growing Tier 1 contractor in Western Australia
• Opportunity to progress into Project Management or Project Controls
• Work on complex projects with large site teams