Supervisor

Acciona; Town Of Port Hedland; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a hands-on leader to supervise civil crews on the Port Hedland wharf project in a permanent full-time role. You'll plan, direct crews and subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality and program continuity on site.

Reporting to the Superintendent, you will manage piling, precast, concrete, earthworks and wharf services, gaining broad project exposure and ownership on a major infrastructure package in the Pilbara region.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in construction or building.
• Experience in a construction or engineering environment.
• Clear communication and the ability to direct crews.
• Strong planning and problem solving across priorities.

Responsibilities

• Direct crews and subcontractors to deliver daily work safely and efficiently.
• Enforce safety and quality standards, address non-conformances promptly.
• Apply ACCIONA procedures and permit requirements across teams.
• Ensure no temporary works change without engineering approval.
• Manage critical path items and adjust resources to protect program.
• Monitor progress and report weekly to project leadership.
• Resolve site issues and foster an inclusive team culture.

Skills

Trade qualification

HSE knowledge

Construction experience

Clear communication

Planning & prioritisation

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Lead civil crews on a $220 million wharf project at Port Hedland, in a permanent role on a 2:1 roster with ACCIONA.

Job Description

Benefits

• Supervise piling, precast and concrete work on a $220M wharf
• Build the first stage of a new multi-user Pilbara port
• Permanent full-time role on a 2:1 roster based in Port Hedland

Project Information

Pilbara Ports Authority has awarded ACCIONA the wharf package at Lumsden Point in Port Hedland. The package is valued at around $220 million and covers piling, precast and in-situ concrete, earthworks and wharf services. It is the first stage of a new multi-user facility that will support critical mineral exports, renewable energy imports and general cargo.

About the Opportunity

You will supervise crews and subcontractors on the Lumsden Point wharf, reporting to the Superintendent. You will plan the work, direct the crews and keep safety, quality and program on track. The scope spans piling, precast, concrete, earthworks and wharf services, so you will build broad experience on one project. You will work with the engineering team on sequencing and risk, and make daily calls that keep work moving. You will link site teams and management, and resolve issues before they hit program or budget. This is hands-on leadership with real ownership of your work area.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Direct crews and subcontractors to deliver daily work safely and efficiently
• Enforce safety and quality standards, and address non-conformances promptly
• Apply ACCIONA procedures and permit requirements across your team and subcontractors
• Ensure no temporary works change without engineering approval
• Manage critical path items and adjust resources or sequencing to protect program
• Monitor progress against program and report weekly to project leadership
• Resolve site issues and build a respectful, inclusive team culture

Required Skills and Competencies

What capability and experience will you need to have:

• Highly regarded: trade qualification in construction or building
• Working knowledge of health, safety and environment requirements
• Experience in a construction or engineering environment
• Clear communication, with the ability to direct construction crews
• Strong planning and problem solving across competing priorities

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company’s commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.