Site Manager – Live School Refurb & Education Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Reputation: A highly stable, diverse,等

Culture: A forward-thinking, support

Wellbeing: Comprehensive staff well‑be

Connection: Regular corporate events

Job summary

Randstad is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead a $10M early works expansion and refurbishment of a school inside a live educational environment. You will manage site setup, coordinate trades, and maintain strong client relationships to minimise risk.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in Australian head contracting, a Carpentry or Joinery trade qualification, and proven ability to lead teams, resolve issues, and ensure safety and compliance on complex education projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as Site Manager or Senior Foreman with an Australian Head Contractor
• Experience delivering education/aged care/medical refurbishments or complex commercial refurbishments in Australia
• Trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery

Responsibilities

• Drive project lifecycle from site establishment through to commissioning and handover
• Coordinate all trade contractors, ensuring adherence to specifications, layouts, and safety standards
• Develop workable construction programs and conduct site inspections in line with standards
• Champion on-site OH&S protocols, maintain site documentation and daily reports
• Serve as on-site point of contact for client and stakeholders to mitigate risk

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Trade qualification: Carpentry or Joinery

Job description

Randstad is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead a $10M early works expansion and refurbishment of a school inside a live educational environment. You will manage site setup, coordinate trades, and maintain strong client relationships to minimise risk.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in Australian head contracting, a Carpentry or Joinery trade qualification, and proven ability to lead teams, resolve issues, and ensure safety and compliance on complex education projects.