Site Manager - Defence Projects

Morson Edge Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge Australia seeks experienced Site Managers for defence fit out and refurbishment projects across Sydney. You will oversee day‑to‑day site operations, coordinate subcontractors and ensure safe, timely delivery on live facilities.

Role requires strong programming skills, evident WHS knowledge and capability to work in secure environments. Immediate opportunities with competitive contract rates are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering commercial fit out and refurbishment projects.
• Current DCAC clearance is essential.
• NV1 or NV2 security clearance highly regarded.
• Experience on defence projects preferred.
• Strong subcontractor management and programming skills.
• Ability to manage works within live and secure environments.
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations across defence fit out and refurbishment projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades and suppliers.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with project programmes.
• Manage site safety, quality and compliance requirements.
• Liaise with Project Managers, clients and stakeholders.
• Oversee works within live and operational environments.
• Manage site documentation, reporting and inspections.

Skills

Subcontractor management

Programming skills

WHS knowledge

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Site Manager | Defence Fit Out & Refurbishment | Sydney

Location: Sydney, NSWEmployment Type: ContractProjects: Multiple Defence Fit Out & Refurbishment Projects

About the Role

We are currently seeking experienced Site Managers for multiple defence fit out and refurbishment projects across Sydney. Working with an established contractor, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to a high standard. These roles offer the opportunity to work across a range of secure defence facilities, with multiple projects underway and upcoming.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations across defence fit out and refurbishment projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades and suppliers.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with project programmes.
• Manage site safety, quality and compliance requirements.
• Liaise with Project Managers, clients and stakeholders.
• Oversee works within live and operational environments.
• Manage site documentation, reporting and inspections.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering commercial fit out and refurbishment projects.
• Current DCAC clearance is essential.
• NV1 or NV2 security clearance highly regarded.
• Previous experience working on defence projects preferred.
• Strong subcontractor management and programming skills.
• Ability to manage works within live and secure environments.
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

What's on Offer

• Multiple defence projects across Sydney.
• Competitive contract rates.
• Established contractor with a strong pipeline of work.
• Opportunity for ongoing contract assignments.
• Immediate opportunities available.