Site Supervisor - Regional

McMahon Services; Wakefield Regional Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

McMahon Services is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to join our Building & Construction team in Port Pirie, SA. You will coordinate day-to-day site activities, trades and safety while working closely with the Project Site Manager and project team.

The role blends field supervision with office planning, documentation review and progress reporting in a live industrial environment on the Nyrstar site. A White Card, valid driver’s licence and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Site Supervisor, Site Foreman or similar construction leadership role.
• Commercial, industrial or building construction experience.
• Strong practical understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing.
• Ability to coordinate trades, subcontractors and site resources.
• Confidence working across both site and office-based responsibilities.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans and project documentation.
• Experience with site safety documentation including SWMS, JSAs and risk assessments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good organisation and attention to detail.
• Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
• Construction White Card and current Driver’s Licence.
• Senior First Aid qualification, or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to meet Nyrstar and project-specific site access requirements.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day construction activities at the Nyrstar Port Pirie site.
• Coordinate trades, subcontractors, labour, plant and materials.
• Plan and coordinate upcoming works with the Project Site Manager and project team.
• Monitor site progress, productivity, quality and programme requirements.
• Lead pre-starts, toolbox meetings and site safety activities.
• Review and support the preparation of SWMS, JSAs and risk assessments.
• Assist with RFIs, variations, delays and other project documentation.
• Complete site diaries, progress reports and other project records.
• Maintain strong communication between site and office-based project teams.
• Build positive working relationships with Nyrstar, subcontractors and other stakeholders.
• Work effectively within a live operational industrial environment.
• Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to required quality standards.

Skills

Site supervision

Construction leadership

Coordination

Reading drawings

Safety docs SWMS/JSAs

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

White Card

First Aid

Job description

McMahon Services is looking for an experienced Site Supervisor to join our Building & Construction team in Port Pirie, South Australia.

This is a great opportunity for a practical construction professional who enjoys being out on site but is equally comfortable stepping into the office to coordinate works, manage documentation and keep projects moving.

You’ll be working as part of our team delivering various construction works and projects for our client, Nyrstar, at their Port Pirie operations. Working within a live industrial environment, strong planning, communication, safety awareness and stakeholder management will be key to your success.

We’re looking for someone who can lead from the front, build positive relationships with trades and subcontractors and work closely with our project team and client to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes.

If you’re already working as a Site Supervisor, Site Foreman or are an experienced construction professional ready to take on greater responsibility, we’d like to hear from you.

About McMahon Services

McMahon Services is one of Australia’s largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing more than 1,300 people across Australia.

Our Building & Construction team delivers projects across commercial, industrial, Defence, education, community and government sectors, from minor works through to major construction projects.

We believe in employing for the long term, investing in our people and providing genuine opportunities to develop your skills and build a rewarding career.

About The Role

Based in Port Pirie, you’ll support the delivery of a variety of construction works and projects for Nyrstar within their operational industrial site.

As Site Supervisor, you’ll coordinate day-to-day site activities, trades, subcontractors, plant, materials and safety while working closely with the Project Site Manager and wider project team.

Importantly, this role offers a genuine mix of site and office-based responsibilities. Alongside supervising works in the field, you’ll be involved in planning upcoming activities, reviewing documentation, coordinating resources, completing reports and supporting project administration. This mix of responsibilities was a key feature retained from the updated draft.

You’ll need to be comfortable moving between the two environments and keeping communication flowing between the site team, project team, subcontractors and Nyrstar stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise day-to-day construction activities at the Nyrstar Port Pirie site.
• Coordinate trades, subcontractors, labour, plant and materials.
• Plan and coordinate upcoming works with the Project Site Manager and project team.
• Monitor site progress, productivity, quality and programme requirements.
• Lead pre-starts, toolbox meetings and site safety activities.
• Review and support the preparation of SWMS, JSAs and risk assessments.
• Assist with RFIs, variations, delays and other project documentation.
• Complete site diaries, progress reports and other project records.
• Maintain strong communication between site and office-based project teams.
• Build positive working relationships with Nyrstar, subcontractors and other stakeholders.
• Work effectively within a live operational industrial environment.
• Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to required quality standards.

These responsibilities align with the amended draft, including working with the Project Site Manager and maintaining the balance between site delivery, reporting and project coordination.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in a Site Supervisor, Site Foreman or similar construction leadership role.
• Commercial, industrial or building construction experience.
• Strong practical understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing.
• Ability to coordinate trades, subcontractors and site resources.
• Confidence working across both site and office-based responsibilities.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans and project documentation.
• Experience with site safety documentation including SWMS, JSAs and risk assessments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good organisation and attention to detail.
• Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
• Construction White Card and current Driver’s Licence.
• Senior First Aid qualification, or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to meet Nyrstar and project-specific site access requirements.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing.

What Will Set You Apart

• Previous experience working within live industrial or operational environments.
• Experience delivering commercial or industrial construction works.
• Strong client-facing communication skills.
• Ability to balance hands-on site leadership with planning, reporting and project administration.
• Experience using Procore, Pronto, Microsoft Office or similar project systems.
• Previous experience working on regional projects.
• A positive, practical and team-focused approach.

Why Join McMahon Services?

• Permanent opportunity based in Port Pirie.
• Work across a variety of construction works and projects for Nyrstar.
• Gain valuable experience within a complex, live industrial environment.
• Enjoy variety between site supervision and office-based project coordination.
• Work alongside experienced Project Managers and construction professionals.
• Take genuine ownership of day-to-day site delivery.
• Build your experience across different scopes and project requirements.
• Long-term career development with opportunities to progress into Site Manager and broader construction leadership roles.
• Access ongoing development through the MAC Learning Academy.
• Join a supportive, down-to-earth team backed by a strong national business.

Ready for Your Next Opportunity in Port Pirie?

If you’re an experienced construction professional looking for a Port Pirie-based role where you can combine site leadership with project coordination and work across a variety of projects for a key industrial client, we’d like to hear from you.

At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.