BESIX Watpac is an Australian multi-disciplinary construction company, backed by a century of global expertise and financial strength. A wholly owned subsidiary of the award-winning international contractor BESIX Group, we specialise in complex construction across all sectors, including building and infrastructure projects.
Today the Group has more than $7B work in hand and is operating in 25 countries, employing 11,000 people globally. The world’s tallest tower, the iconic Burj Khalifa, showcases our innovation and engineering distinction. With international hubs located in Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, we are united by one common purpose – we excel in creating sustainable solutions for a better world.
BESIX Watpac are proud to be delivering the Mackay Base Hospital Expansion Project, adding to our 40-year legacy of delivering health infrastructure projects in Queensland. We have an opportunity for a Site Manager to manage the site construction team and activities, including programming and coordination of all subcontractors, suppliers and logistics.
The key responsibilities of this position include:
- Coordinate all construction activities on site and be in total control of the efficient daily running of the site.
- Proactively drive company safety, environment and quality policies, practices and procedures in compliance with Management Plans and OH&S legislative requirements to provide a safe workplace at all times.
- Ensure that all the conditions and regulations are complied with and company programmes are implemented and maintained with regards to safety, industrial relations, and quality assurance.
- Call and chair site co-ordination meetings of subcontractors, suppliers and members of the design team, as required, to discuss progress, co-ordination, work practices and other relevant details to ensure a timely and professional construction progress.
- Review the construction programme carrying out updates, re-sequencing as necessary to achieve the programmed completion date.
- Ensure that the project is constructed in accordance with the contract documents, and the requirements of the local authorities, and relevant standards.
The incumbent in this role will require the following qualifications and experience:
- Strong building experience, with demonstrated success in delivering large, complex projects in a Site Manager capacity.
- Degree/Diploma in building/construction, or other recognised tertiary or trade qualification in a construction related field.
- Sound leadership skills and ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high pressure environment.
- Proven high level of professionalism, maturity and candour in daily work ethic.
Along with a competitive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:
- Wellbeing Days – three additional leave days per year.
- Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.
- Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
- Corporate discounts to gym memberships, meal subscriptions and more.
- Social events and Family Days.
At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best. If you’re excited about this role but don’t tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and believe you would be a great fit with BESIX Watpac.
Join our talented and passionate team delivering once-in-a-generation projects.
BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.
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