Build Tasmania's Future with Shaw Contracting

Shaw Contracting is a leading Tasmanian civil construction contractor delivering infrastructure, roads, utilities, earthworks and major civil projects across the state.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Civil Construction Supervisor to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality projects safely, efficiently and on schedule.

This is a hands-on leadership position where you will coordinate people, plant and subcontractors while maintaining a strong focus on safety, productivity and quality outcomes.

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for supervising day-to-day site operations and ensuring work is completed in accordance with project requirements, company procedures and client expectations.

You will lead site teams, coordinate resources and provide practical support to crews to achieve project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise and coordinate daily construction activities on site.
- Lead crews, subcontractors and plant operators to achieve planned works.
- Monitor project progress and productivity against programme requirements.
- Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, company procedures and site-specific safety requirements.
- Conduct pre-starts, toolbox meetings and site inspections.
- Coordinate labour, plant, equipment and materials.
- Manage subcontractor performance and site interactions.
- Review and implement SWMS, environmental controls and project plans.
- Monitor quality requirements and ensure completed works meet specification.
- Assist with project planning,



scheduling and reporting.
- Identify and resolve site issues in a timely and practical manner.
- Promote a positive safety culture and lead by example.

About You To be successful in this role you will possess:

- Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision or equivalent.
- Previous experience supervising civil construction projects.
- Strong understanding of civil construction practices including earthworks, roadworks, drainage and utilities.
- Demonstrated leadership and people management skills.
- Sound knowledge of WHS legislation and construction safety requirements.
- Ability to read and interpret plans and project documentation.
- Effective communication and organisational skills.
- Strong problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to site management.
- Current Driver Licence.
- Construction White Card.

Desirable

- First Aid Certificate.
- Traffic Management accreditation.
- Experience delivering projects for local government, state government or major infrastructure clients.

Why Join Shaw? At Shaw Contracting, we offer:

- A robust safety-focused culture.
- Diverse and challenging civil construction projects.
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- The opportunity to work on projects that help shape Tasmania's future.

Apply Now If you are a capable supervisor who enjoys leading teams and delivering quality outcomes, we would like to hear from you.

Join Shaw Contracting and help deliver the infrastructure that keeps Tasmania moving.

📌 Civil Construction Supervisor - Build Tasmania's Future with Shaw Contracting (Devonport)
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