Job Description
Take ownership. Lead the crew. Deliver the project.
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Papillo Earthmovers is a growing South Australian civil and bulk earthworks contractor delivering commercial, industrial and large-scale earthworks projects across Adelaide and regional SA.
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We are looking for an experienced Senior Civil Site Supervisor to join our team and take ownership of day‐to‐day site operations, crews, plant and project delivery.
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This is a hands‐on leadership role for someone who knows civil construction, can confidently run a site and wants the opportunity to progress towards Project Management.
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About the role
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You will be responsible for coordinating site activities from pre-start through to completion, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and to specification.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Supervising civil and bulk earthworks crews across multiple projects
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Managing daily site operations, workflow and productivity
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Leading crews and coordinating plant and machinery
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Coordinating subcontractors, materials and deliveries
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Reading and interpreting civil drawings and plans
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Setting up and using GPS and UTS control systems
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Coordinating levels, set out and earthworks requirements
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Conducting pre-starts and toolbox meetings
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Maintaining WHS, quality and environmental standards
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Liaising with Project Managers, subcontractors, clients and site personnel
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Identifying and resolving site issues to keep projects moving
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Supporting projects from pre-construction handover through to completion
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About you
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We are looking for a Senior Civil Supervisor / Foreman with the experience and confidence to take control of a busy civil construction site.
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You will have:
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Minimum 5 years' civil construction experience
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Proven experience supervising civil or bulk earthworks projects
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Robust knowledge of civil construction methods and site operations
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Ability to confidently read and interpret civil plans
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Experience with GPS and UTS systems
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Strong understanding of civil plant and machinery
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Excellent leadership and communication skills
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Strong commitment to safety and quality
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White Card and relevant industry tickets
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A reliable, professional and practical approach
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Ability to work Monday-Saturday when project requirements require it
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At Papillo, you'll be joining a growing SA contractor with a strong pipeline of work and the equipment and capability to deliver major earthworks projects.
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We offer:
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Strong pipeline of civil and bulk earthworks projects
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Modern and versatile plant fleet
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Supportive management
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Genuine responsibility and autonomy on site
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Career progression into Project Management
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Competitive remuneration based on experience
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Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial, industrial and large-scale projects
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📌 Senior Civil Site Supervisor (South Australia)
🏢 Papillo Civil
📍 South Australia