Company Description

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.

Job Description

BESIX Watpac is seeking a Foreman to join our Qld Construction team.  While we hire for the long term, initially you will be based on our Woodford Youth Detention Centre project within a supportive and highly experienced team.

This role will be responsible for:

Organising on a daily and weekly basis the sequencing of on-site activities, including the co-ordination of materials, equipment and personnel.In consultation with the Site Manager, allocating necessary site staff and resources and ensuring that all the resources for the project are available when required.Reviewing the construction programme with the Site Manager, re-sequencing activities as necessary to achieve the programmed completion date.Ensuring that the Company's policies and practices on safety, industrial relations and quality assurance are implemented at the work face.Ensuring compliance with standards and contract documents.

Qualifications

The incumbent in this role will require:

Qualifications in building/construction, or a trade qualification in a construction related field.Demonstrated success supervising the delivery of commercial or industrial building projects within time, cost and quality requirements.Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Additional Information

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.