Superintendent

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced site superintendent to join our core management team on an 8:6 FIFO roster. This role is pivotal in overseeing day-to-day site crew operations, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.

• Project Planning & Budgeting – Develop project plans, define scope and KPIs, and assist with budgeting while aligning with strategic cost expectations.
• Operations & Resource Management – Oversee operations, asset deployment, and resource utilization while maintaining schedules and liaising with the Operations Manager.
• Communication & Performance Monitoring – Engage with teams and stakeholders, track project performance, and use internal systems for cost and timeline management.
• Staff & Technical Support – Manage staff, rosters, HR/IR functions, and provide technical support to personnel, subcontractors, and clients.
• Site Operations & Cost Control – Ensure equipment adequacy, oversee scheduling, manage costs, mitigate scope creep, and facilitate invoicing.

• Essential Criteria:

• Statutory Supervisor Certificate (Section 26 – minimum requirement).
• Bulk earthworks  experience: A minimum of 15 years in the mining, civil, or bulk earthworks sectors, with at least 2 years in a superintendent role.
• Supervisory Experience: Proven track record in supervising plant operator crew of up to 35 people.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of civil, mining, and construction operations, including plant, equipment, and personnel management.
• HR/IR Knowledge: Broad understanding of HR/IR requirements, FairWork regulations, and general OH&S principles.

• Desirable Skills:

• Strong plant operator background with exposure with dozers, excavators, loaders, grader and articulated haul trucks.
• In date Rio Tino Inductions.
• Certifications: HR Class WA driver’s licence and a senior first-aid certificate.

On Offer:

• Full time permanent opportunity: Stability and long-term career prospects.
• FIFO roster: 8:6 schedule, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Day shift only: 12 hour days including travel to and from camp each day.

To Apply:

Please click the “Apply Now or email your resume to ***********@easternguruma.com.au.

Why work for us?

We are one of Australia’s most successful Aboriginal businesses that is 100% owned by members of the traditional owner group Eastern Guruma. As a Contractor, we have successfully delivered diverse projects and services for Australia’s leading mining companies, resulting in continuous growth with a focus on diversity engagement. Our people are our most valuable assets, as such, we support and invest in your professional development, provide flexible working hours, and treat you like family!