Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to join our commercial construction team, with a strong focus on Work Health & Safety.
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This is a hands‐on site‐based role suited to a Project Coordinator who enjoys being actively involved in the day‐to‐day delivery of construction projects, while taking ownership of WHS coordination and compliance across the site.
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You will work closely with the Project Manager, Site Manager, subcontractors and trades to ensure projects are well coordinated, safely delivered and maintained to a high standard.
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The role is ideal for someone with a minimum of 2 years' construction industry experience, who has practical WHS experience and wants to build their career in project coordination within commercial construction.
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We are seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to join our commercial construction team, with a solid focus on Work Health & Safety.
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This is a hands‐on site‐based role suited to a Project Coordinator who enjoys being actively involved in the day‐to‐day delivery of construction projects, while taking ownership of WHS coordination and compliance across the site.
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You will work closely with the Project Manager, Site Manager, subcontractors and trades to ensure projects are well coordinated, safely delivered and maintained to a high standard.
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The role is ideal for someone with a minimum of 2 years' construction industry experience, who has practical WHS experience and wants to build their career in project coordination within commercial construction.
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Key Responsibilities
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WHSEQ – Primary Focus
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Coordinate and maintain WHSEQ requirements across active construction sites.
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Assist with implementing and maintaining the company's WHS Management System and site‐specific requirements.
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Conduct regular site inspections, safety walks and WHSEQ checks.
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Identify hazards, risks and non‐conformances and assist with implementing corrective actions.
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Assist with preparation, review and implementation of SWMS, risk assessments and other WHS documentation.
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Monitor subcontractor compliance with SWMS, insurances, site rules, PPE and safety requirements.
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Coordinate site inductions and maintain site induction records.
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Maintain WHSEQ registers, records,



inspections and documentation.
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Assist with incident, hazard and near‐miss reporting and investigations.
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Assist with environmental and quality requirements, including inspections, records and corrective actions.
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Monitor housekeeping, access, amenities, signage, exclusion zones and general site safety standards.
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Assist with toolbox meetings and WHSEQ communications.
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Ensure required documentation is current, accessible and appropriately filed.
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Support continuous improvement of WHSEQ systems and site practices.
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Project Coordination
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Assist the Project Manager and Site Manager with the day‐to‐day coordination of construction projects.
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Support the safe, effective and productive delivery of construction projects.
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Coordinating site activities, supervising labourers and subcontractors as directed
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Working with power & hand tools
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Maintaining site presentation
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Ensuring compliance with project specifications and company standards.
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Perform general construction support duties, including pick‐up and delivery of site equipment, servicing of site machinery & tools
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Assist with site establishment, amenities setup and temporary works.
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Assist with coordination if daily labour activities and allocate tasks to site labourers
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Monitor site productivity and identify opportunities for improvement
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Provide guidance and direction to labourers and subcontractors
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Plant & Equipment responsibilities including safely operate plant and equipment within competency levels, Conduct routine equipment inspections, Report faults and maintenance requirements promptly
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Site & Construction Support
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Maintain a strong understanding of site activities and upcoming works.
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Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and site personnel.
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Assist in coordinating site access,



deliveries and logistics where required.
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Identify potential construction, safety or coordination issues and elevate them promptly.
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Develop positive working relationships with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
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Provide practical support to the Site and Project Management teams as required.
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About You
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We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and confident working in a construction environment.
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You will ideally have:
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Minimum 2 years' experience within the construction industry.
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Previous experience in WHS/WHSEQ coordination or a strong practical understanding of construction safety requirements.
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Cert IV in Work Health & Safety or equivalent.
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Experience working on commercial construction sites.
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Understanding of SWMS, risk assessments, site inspections and incident reporting.
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Robust organisational and administrative skills.
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Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
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Good communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to build effective relationships with subcontractors and site teams.
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Ability to identify issues and take initiative to get things resolved.
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Competent computer skills and confidence working with project documentation and systems.
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A practical, hands‐on approach to construction and WHSEQ.
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Current White Card.
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Desirable
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Formal WHSEQ qualification or relevant training.
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Experience with construction project management software.
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Experience working within a commercial construction company.
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First Aid certification.
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What Success Looks Like
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Success in this role will mean:
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WHSEQ requirements are consistently implemented and maintained across site.
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Site documentation, inspections and registers are accurate and up to date.
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Subcontractors understand and comply with WHS requirements.
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Hazards and issues are identified early and followed through to resolution.
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Project coordination tasks are completed accurately and on time.
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The Project Manager and Site Manager have reliable support across both WHSEQ and project delivery.
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You become a trusted and proactive member of the project team.
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📌 Whs Coordinator (Sydney)
🏢 GEMCON Building
📍 Sydney