Site Manager

With over a century of heritage, BESIX Watpac is a builder deeply ingrained in the local construction landscape. We’re building what matters, with an exciting portfolio of projects across all sectors – from stadiums and venues to complex industrial facilities, hospitals and secure infrastructure, including defence. Our footprint spans Australia and New Zealand, where we continue to deliver projects that leave a lasting legacy in the communities they serve. Our people are the beating heart of what we do, and the passion they bring each day drives our success, to build the best together.

As we continue to build on our success in New Zealand, we currently seek a Site Manager to join our Christchurch team. The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Organise sequencing of on-site activities including the co-ordination of materials, equipment, personnel, and materials handling plant.
• In consultation with the Project Manager and Senior Site Manager, allocate necessary site staff and resources and confirm that all the resources for the project will be available when required.
• Review the construction programme with the Senior Site Manager, re-sequencing activities as necessary to achieve the programmed completion date.
• Ensure that the Company's policies and practices on safety, industrial relations and quality assurance are implemented and monitored.
• Ensure quality and compliance with standards and contract documents.

The incumbent in this role will require the following qualifications and experience:

• Degree/Diploma in building/construction, or other recognised tertiary or trade qualification in a construction related field.
• Demonstrated experience supervising trades on large building projects.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high pressure environment.
• Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills.

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.
• Instant access to Perkbox, giving you a wide variety of perks and benefits, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health.
• 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.