Site Manager - Health Care (Immediate)

Randstad; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programs

Extended leave entitlements

Team-building events

Job summary

Randstad Australia is seeking a Site Manager to take full control of a $5M hospital early works expansion and internal fit-out in South West Sydney.

You will operate in a live healthcare environment, coordinating trades, ensuring safety, and reporting progress weekly to stakeholders.

The role requires 3+ years in Australian head contractor roles, a Carpentry/Joinery trade qualification, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Site Manager or Senior Foreman with an Australian Head Contractor, with a proven track record in medical or complex commercial builds.
• A trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery is essential.
• Strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a composed, professional presence under pressure.
• A positive, results-driven attitude with strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Lead the project lifecycle from commencement through to final commissioning.
• Subcontractor Management: Coordinate all trade contractors, ensuring strict adherence to specifications, detailed layouts (FFE, disability access), and safety standards.
• Programming & Compliance: Develop workable construction programs and conduct rigorous site inspections in line with BCA standards.
• Safety & Reporting: Champion OH&S protocols, maintain meticulous site documentation, and deliver daily reports.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary on-site point of contact for the client and project stakeholders, proactively resolving issues to mitigate risk.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Stakeholder liaison

Programming & scheduling

Safety management

Education

Carpentry or Joinery trade qualification

Job description

About the Company

A leading commercial head contractor, we are strategically positioned for significant growth in 2026, backed by a robust project pipeline valued up to $20M across NSW. As a Design & Construct (D&C) specialist in the healthcare sector, we consistently deliver high-quality, mid-scale projects ($500k-$40M) specializing in hospital, medical, and dental environments, live extensions, and intricate interior fit-outs.

Renowned for our financial stability and exceptional staff retention, we build high-performing teams and invest heavily in our people to ensure they thrive.

About the Role & Project

We are seeking a Site Manager to assume full control of a $5M early works expansion and complex internal fit-out of an existing hospital's antenatal wing in South West Sydney.

Operating within a live healthcare environment, this high-impact role requires navigating complex fabrication challenges, strict health compliance, and the coordination of specialized services, including:

• Medical gases allocation
• Radiation shielding
• Stringent infection control protocols

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Lead the project lifecycle from commencement through to final commissioning.
• Subcontractor Management: Coordinate all trade contractors, ensuring strict adherence to specifications, detailed layouts (FFE, disability access), and safety standards.
• Programming & Compliance: Develop workable construction programs and conduct rigorous site inspections in line with BCA standards.
• Safety & Reporting: Champion OH&S protocols, maintain meticulous site documentation, and deliver daily reports.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary on-site point of contact for the client and project stakeholders, proactively resolving issues to mitigate risk.

What You Bring

• Experience: 3+ years as a Site Manager or Senior Foreman with an Australian Head Contractor, with a proven track record in medical or complex commercial builds.
• Qualifications: A trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery is essential.
• Skills: Strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a composed, professional presence under pressure.
• Mindset: A positive, results-driven attitude with strong problem-solving abilities.

Culture & Rewards

Join a resilient, solution-focused team that genuinely enjoys what they do. We believe in backing our people with internal support, training, and clear pathways to leadership.

On offer

• A highly reputable, forward-thinking company culture.
• Comprehensive staff wellbeing programs and extended leave entitlements.
• Regular corporate events and team-building days.