civil superintendent.

About the Role

As a Civil Superintendent, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, and execution of civil works on large-scale resource industry projects. You'll ensure all work is carried out in compliance with project specifications, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements, while actively promoting a culture of safety and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Health, Safety & Environment: Champion my client's cultural program, ensuring all civil work practices adhere to the highest safety standards and environmental policies. Actively promote and enforce OHS & E policies, aiming for zero tolerance of unsafe practices.
• Technical/Role Specific:
  • Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of civil activities on-site.
  • Ensure all work complies with project specifications, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Liaise daily with the Project Manager regarding schedule and critical path items.
  • Provide technical guidance and support for civil systems and works.
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during the project.
  • Provide direction to the shift Supervisor in relation to the critical path of the project.
  • Track and report work progress to key stakeholders.
  • Assist with key critical tasks and help up-skill personnel on specialist tasks.
  • Collaborate with the Project Manager to identify inefficiencies and improvements in safety, man-hours, and resources.
  • Provide strong input and demonstrate high ownership during the project planning phase.
  • Work closely with Project Manager, Project Controls, and Workforce Planning for effective project planning and scheduling.
  • Assist with processes and procedures to ensure professional and efficient site operations.
  • Maintain professional and productive relationships with clients.
  • Actively participate in pre-start meetings, information sessions, and client presentations.
  • Effectively manage and resolve HR issues, escalating when required.
  • Provide mentoring, training, and coaching to Supervisors and Leading Hands.
  • Lead by example and positively engage the workforce.
  • Participate in and be involved with cost control practices.
  • Work closely with the Project Manager and Divisional Manager in identifying personnel with potential for further technical training and progression.
• Business Development & Financial Management: Contribute to business growth and actively seek innovative ways to improve cost-effectiveness.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all civil products and services meet my client's strict quality standards.
• People & Culture: Foster a culture of respect and team spirit through effective leadership, development, and training.
• Compliance: Adhere to all my client's, site-specific, and legislative policies and procedures, including Equal Employment Opportunity.

What You'll Bring

• Knowledge & Experience (Essential):
  • Minimum 8 years' experience in a similar Civil Superintendent role on large resource industry projects.
  • Experience dealing with a range of discipline techniques.
• Particular Skills (Essential):
  • Strong knowledge of civil systems and standards.
  • Excellent understanding of safety and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Strong safety and people management culture.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide direction and mentoring to personnel.
  • Ability to manage adversarial situations and negotiate positive outcomes.
  • Strong commercial acumen with a positive win-win approach.
  • Decisive and able to implement the best course of action.
  • Ability to unite diverse opinions and cultural backgrounds towards a common goal.
  • Highly developed organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex tasks.
  • Exceptional communication skills at all levels.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.