Supervisor - Dunedin

About the role:
As a Supervisor, you will be responsible for the efficient coordination and supervision of site activities.
You’ll work closely with the Project Manager, Superintendents, Engineers, and Foremen to manage people, resources, and daily construction tasks.

• Supervise and coordinate site crews and subcontractors.
• Plan and manage daily works in line with the construction programme.
• Ensure compliance with all HS&E policies, procedures, and project CEPs.
• Conduct toolbox talks, pre-starts, and site inductions.
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement control measures.
• Ensure JSEAs are in place before works commence.
• Monitor quality and ensure works meet specifications and standards.
• Complete daily diaries and site performance reporting.
• Support training and development of team members.
• Report incidents, NCRs, plant damage, and potential variations.

 
About you:

• Trades qualification relevant to the construction, building or manufacturing industries.
• Must have civil infrastructure experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar supervisory role in Civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of HS&E requirements.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate diverse site teams.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive, hands-on leadership style.

Don’t tick all the boxes but still keen?
Great people don’t always come with a checklist. If you bring energy, initiative, and a willingness to learn we’d love to hear from you.
  
About Us
McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction
  
For over 60 years, McConnell Dowell has been delivering complex infrastructure across New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific and Southeast Asia. Our purpose is Providing a Better Life by creating infrastructure that connects, supports and sustains communities and by providing career opportunities that help our people thrive.
  
Why Join Us?
Work on projects that leave a legacy in communities across Aotearoa. 
Learn from some of the best minds in the infrastructure sector.  
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team culture where your ideas matter.  
At McConnell Dowell, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply.
  
So join us, be you, and help us create better together. Apply now!
  
Please note: All successful applicants must have valid work rights for New Zealand and/or the Pacific Islands and pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing. *Benefits listed are for those eligible.