Site Supervisors - Civil Utilities

Mcmahon Services; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McMahon Services is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor - Civil Utilities to join our Civil & Infrastructure team in South Australia. You will oversee underground water, sewer and drainage works, supervise crews and coordinate subcontractors to meet safety, quality and program milestones on site.

Reporting to the Site Manager and Project Managers, you will conduct day and night shifts, maintain detailed site diaries and lead toolbox talks to drive best practice.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in civil utilities or construction projects.
• 3–5 years' experience supervising civil utilities or infrastructure works.
• Experience coordinating crews, subcontractors and site activities.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and project documentation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• WHS requirements and working around live services knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Supervise civil utilities works (water, sewer, drainage), including night shifts
• Coordinate subcontractors and site activities to meet short-term programs
• Drive WHS, environmental and quality compliance on site
• Maintain detailed site diaries and shift handover reporting
• Lead toolbox talks, safety inspections and risk controls
• Identify and escalate delays, variations and EOTs

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Reading drawings

Safety awareness

Education

Trade qualification in civil/utilities

Job description

McMahon Services is delivering major civil utilities works as part of one of South Australia's most significant infrastructure projects. With works underway and a long-term delivery program ahead, we are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor - Civil Utilities to join our Civil & Infrastructure team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of critical underground utilities infrastructure that will support Adelaide's future growth. You'll work within a complex construction environment, leading subcontractors and coordinating site activities to achieve safe, efficient and high-quality project outcomes.

About McMahon Services

McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing more than 1,200 people nationally. For over 35 years, we have delivered innovative solutions across civil infrastructure, demolition, remediation, industrial services and environmental projects. Our reputation is built on integrity, strong relationships, technical expertise and delivering certainty for our customers.

About The Role

Reporting to the Site Manager and Project Managers, you will oversee the delivery of civil utilities works including water, sewer, stormwater and associated underground services. You will coordinate subcontractors, site activities and project interfaces to drive strong safety, quality and program outcomes across your work areas. Working within a complex construction environment, you will play a key role in ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements. The role will involve supervising works across both day and night shifts, with strong communication, coordination and detailed handover reporting critical to success.

What You'll Do

• Supervise civil utilities works (water, sewer, drainage), including night shifts
• Coordinate subcontractors and site activities to meet short-term programs
• Drive WHS, environmental and quality compliance on site
• Maintain detailed site diaries and shift handover reporting
• Lead toolbox talks, safety inspections and risk controls
• Identify and escalation delays, variations and EOTs

What You'll Bring

• Trade qualification with relevant experience in civil utilities, infrastructure or construction projects
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience supervising civil utilities or infrastructure works
• Proven experience coordinating crews, subcontractors and site activities to achieve project outcomes
• Strong understanding of civil utilities construction methodologies, sequencing and delivery requirements
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and project documentation
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify and elevate risks, delays and opportunities early
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements, including working around live services, public interfaces and asset protection requirements
• Current Driver's Licence and ability to obtain required project and site clearances

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience supervising night shift utilities or live environment works
• Reliable, punctual and highly motivated with a strong work ethic
• Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Why Join McMahon Services?

• Grow your leadership career within civil infrastructure delivery
• Long-term, stable employment with a leading national contractor
• Night shift uplifts (where applicable) and full tools of trade provided

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.