Earthworks Supervisor – FIFO

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11th January,

Guma-Warnii is a Pilbara Aboriginal Business that works in the Mining, Civil, and Construction industries. Guma-Warnii is the result of a valued and enduring relationship that began on Kuruma Country years ago. With our continued growth, Guma-Warnii is currently undertaking multiple projects for Rio Tinto across the mining and construction sectors.
We are currently recruiting for an Earthworks Supervisor experienced in Team Management in a Project Environment to join our exciting new Project at Rio Tinto’s West Angeles site on a 2/1, days only roster!
Project Scope is within Mine Asset Development, which includes Site works and Construction of MEM Park up facility, installation of crib room & relating infrastructure, construction of sediment ponds and turkey nests. This project is commencing on site from Jan , therefore availability to undertake mobilisation & training and in-house familiarisation to be complete by mid December .
Due to a number of factors pertaining to Medical, Training & Travel logistics, we are targeting WA based applicants only.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage, liaise with, and manage staff, sub-contractors and suppliers, by suitably selecting, evaluating, monitoring, and controlling performance and meeting of deliverables.
  • Manage and coordinate machine maintenance and associated registers.
  • Plan for, implement, monitor and adhere to policies and procedures, of both the company and the client, and all other stakeholders as required.
  • Convey various construction information to company management including statistics, budget information, personnel and sub-contractor performance, and contribute to company strategic plans and reviews, and implementation of company quality and customer-service standards.
  • Resolve problems and identify construction management system improvements.
  • Meet construction budgets and timeframes through implementation of suitable controls, monitoring, managing, and reporting.
  • Understand the contract, scopes of works, engineering specifications and drawings, and identify variations under the contract to any of the commercial and/or technical requirements.
  • Maintain a safe, secure and healthy work environment by ensuring standards and any legal regulations are complied with.
  • Enhance the companies reputation by exploring opportunities to add value to projects and communicating this with clients.
  • Seek out, communicate, obtain approvals for change, and implement various improvements in methodology to improve on project safety, quality, budget, and timeframe.
  • Provide planning and logistical support.
  • Participate in various company improvement forums, ie lessons learnt, procedural reviews etc.
  • Networking and representation of the company to promote/nurture future business prospects.
  • Other project related duties as required.

Pre Requisite Requirements:

  • Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in a similar environment supervising projects in bulk earthworks, roads (new & maintenance), camp/office pads, trenching etc
  • Preferably hold a valid HR Licence (C Class minimum)
  • Must hold a current White Card
  • Preferably hold current Rio Inductions
  • Hold a National Police Clearance within 12 months
  • Section 44 Appointed Persons qualification, Section 26 advantage
  • Quality Computer & technology competency as well as communication skills
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook and Excel)
  • Ideally familiar with Procore, Dashpivot, Smartsheet and MyOSH
  • 4WD Ticket (or willing to attend course)
  • Willing to undertake Pre Employment Medical including CVD Risk (Bloods) and LABDAS

Joining Guma-Warnii means being part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work on exciting projects that make a positive impact on communities.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, leading a successful team of Bulk and Detailed Earthworks Operators, we want to hear from you! 

If you have the necessary requirements please submit a current resume that displays your most recent work experience from the last 10 years minimum. To be considered immediately; “Apply Now”.

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