Site Manager - Muswellbrook

Eirecon-Constructions; Denman; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

EIRE Constructions is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to lead water delivery works on a busy civil project. You will supervise crews, coordinate subcontractors and plant, and ensure work is delivered safely, on time and to specification.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will plan daily activities, monitor progress against the programme and maintain high workmanship standards on site in the Denman region. A hands-on leader with strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years' experience in civil construction supervision or site management.
• Demonstrated experience delivering water pipelines, pressure mains or similar civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical understanding of pipeline construction methods, trenching, pipe installation and backfilling.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple crews, subcontractors, plant and resources on an active site.
• Experience managing construction programmes, site productivity and daily work planning.
• Knowledge of WHS requirements, environmental controls and quality assurance.
• Availability to work onsite in the Denman-Sandy Hollow area throughout the project (DIDO allowance available).

Responsibilities

• Site Leadership: Oversee daily construction operations and direct supervisors, crews, plant operators and subcontractors.
• Construction Delivery: Coordinate pipeline installation, earthworks, trenching and backfilling to project specs.
• Programme & Productivity: Plan daily/weekly works, monitor progress and address delays.
• Resource Management: Coordinate labour, plant, equipment, materials and subcontractors.
• Safety Leadership: Promote a strong safety culture with pre-starts, toolbox talks and site checks.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure works meet drawings, specs and inspection plans.
• Site Coordination: Manage site access, deliveries, permits and facilities.
• Problem Solving: Resolve construction challenges with Project Manager and engineering team.
• Cost Awareness: Monitor labour hours, plant use and subcontractor performance.
• Reporting: Maintain daily records and progress reports for the project.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with project personnel, subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Site leadership

Construction delivery

Programme planning

Resource management

Safety leadership

Quality assurance

Site coordination

Problem solving

Cost awareness

Reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Availability onsite

Job description

EIRE Constructions was founded by Kelliher family patriarch Tom Kelliher, in the late1970's. EIRE has blazed a trail in innovative civil infrastructure solutions - and specialises in water treatment, water network infrastructure and transport infrastructure including roads, bridges, wastewater systems and more, drawing on our breadth and depth of experience to deliver complex projects. As regional civil infrastructure specialists, we strive to be a part of the communities in which we operate. Driven by our Purpose ofbuilding the communities we want to live in, we are connected and inspired by our Values.

Job Description

About the role

EIRE is looking for an experienced Site Supervisor who specialises in water delivery works to join our team.

Desired Skills and Experience

The Opportunity

Working closely with the Project Manager and engineering team, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day coordination and supervision of construction activities across the project.

This is a full-time, site-based position, requiring a strong onsite presence and the ability to lead construction crews, subcontractors and plant operations in a dynamic civil construction environment.

You'll play a critical role in ensuring construction activities are delivered safely, efficiently, to specification and in accordance with the project programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Leadership: Oversee daily construction operations, providing clear direction and leadership to supervisors, construction crews, plant operators and subcontractors.
• Construction Delivery: Coordinate pipeline installation, earthworks, trenching, backfilling and associated civil construction activities in accordance with project specifications.
• Programme & Productivity: Plan and coordinate daily and weekly works, monitor progress against programme milestones and proactively address construction delays or constraints.
• Resource Management: Coordinate labour, plant, equipment, materials and subcontractors to maximise productivity and minimise downtime.
• Safety Leadership: Promote a strong safety culture through visible leadership, pre-start meetings, toolbox talks, site inspections and proactive hazard management.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure works comply with approved drawings, specifications, inspection and test plans and relevant construction standards.
• Site Coordination: Manage site access, construction staging, material deliveries, permits and the establishment and maintenance of site facilities.
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve construction challenges, working collaboratively with the Project Manager and engineering team to maintain progress.
• Cost Awareness: Monitor labour hours, plant utilisation, material usage and subcontractor performance to support efficient project delivery.
• Reporting: Maintain accurate daily site records, progress reports, resource allocation records and other required project documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain effective communication with project personnel, subcontractors, suppliers and relevant stakeholders throughout construction.

About You

We're looking for a practical, experienced Site Manager who understands civil construction, leads by example and knows how to get the best out of their team.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• 5-7+ years' experience in civil construction supervision or site management, preferably on major infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience delivering water pipelines, pressure mains, bulk earthworks or similar civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical understanding of pipeline construction methodologies, trenching, pipe installation, backfilling, testing and associated civil works.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple crews, subcontractors, plant and resources across an active construction site.
• Experience managing construction programmes, site productivity and daily work planning.
• Strong knowledge of WHS requirements, environmental controls, quality assurance and construction compliance.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and construction documentation.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain progress in a busy construction environment.
• Relevant construction qualifications, supervisory experience and applicable site competencies.
• Availability to work onsite in the Denman-Sandy Hollow area throughout the project - DIDO allowance is available to support this.

Most importantly, you'll be a proactive leader who takes ownership, holds high standards and is committed to delivering safe, quality outcomes.