Site Supervisors - Civil Utilities
- Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Full time
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, operating across Australia and New Zealand with over 1,200 employees. Our reputation is built on integrity, strong relationships 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 escalate 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 escalate 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
Ready to play a key role on one of South Australia's most significant infrastructure projects? Apply now and join the McMahon Services team!
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.
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