Chelgrave is seeking an experienced Construction Project Coordinator for a well known FMCG business in Melbourne

24th August, 2026

About the Role
You'll coordinate day-to-day construction and mechanical installation activities for a significant evaporator upgrade project, working within a live, operating industrial facility. This is a hands-on coordination role focused on ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and with minimal disruption to ongoing site operations.
Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate daily construction and mechanical installation activities, including contractor work fronts and interfaces
- Run daily toolbox talks and ensure construction activities comply with site safety requirements
- Coordinate and manage required safety permits prior to commencement of works
- Liaise with existing Operations and Maintenance teams on access, isolations and shutdown requirements
- Monitor contractor progress, workmanship and compliance with approved drawings, procedures and project requirements
- Identify and resolve day-to-day construction issues, interfaces and constraints, escalating significant matters to the Project Manager
- Coordinate sequencing of works to minimise disruption to ongoing site operations
- Maintain permit records and support the site permit process, compliance tracking and audit requirements
- Support and enforce site housekeeping standards across construction work areas
- Support inspections, testing, commissioning and handover activities
- Coordinate and support close-out of project and operations actions arising from installation and commissioning

24th August, 2026

About the Role
You'll coordinate day-to-day construction and mechanical installation activities for a significant evaporator upgrade project, working within a live, operating industrial facility. This is a hands-on coordination role focused on ensuring works are delivered safely,



efficiently and with minimal disruption to ongoing site operations.
Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate daily construction and mechanical installation activities, including contractor work fronts and interfaces
- Run daily toolbox talks and ensure construction activities comply with site safety requirements
- Coordinate and manage required safety permits prior to commencement of works
- Liaise with existing Operations and Maintenance teams on access, isolations and shutdown requirements
- Monitor contractor progress, workmanship and compliance with approved drawings, procedures and project requirements
- Identify and resolve day-to-day construction issues, interfaces and constraints, escalating significant matters to the Project Manager
- Coordinate sequencing of works to minimise disruption to ongoing site operations
- Maintain permit records and support the site permit process, compliance tracking and audit requirements
- Support and enforce site housekeeping standards across construction work areas
- Support inspections, testing, commissioning and handover activities
- Coordinate and support close-out of project and operations actions arising from installation and commissioning

About You

- Experience in construction, mechanical installation or site coordination, preferably within an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Construction White Card (essential)
- Familiarity with Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) procedures
- Strong understanding of construction safety, permit systems and contractor management
- Familiarity with safety management systems such as ENABLON (desirable)
- Strong communication, coordination and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively within a live, operating industrial facility

What's on Offer

- The prospect to work on a high-profile capital project with a well-established Australian manufacturer
- A supportive, safety-focused project team environment
- Competitive contract rates through Chelgrave Contracting

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📌 Project Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Chelgrave Contracting Australia
📍 Melbourne