My client, an established Australian owned residential and commercial construction company are looking for a General Foreman to join their company on a permanent, fulltime basis.
The Company
A diverse residential & commercial builder who have successfully delivered residential, retail and commercial projects for the last 25 years. This established and fast-growing organisation are passionate about the development of their employees internally and keeping their current staff engaged. With 85% of their work already confirmed for the next 3 years.
Main Responsibilities
- Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans.
- Produce schedules and monitor attendance of crew.
- Allocate general and daily responsibilities.
- Supervise and train workers and tradespeople.
- Ensure manpower and resources are adequate.
- Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met.
- Supervise the use of machinery and equipment.
- Monitor expenditure and ensure it remains within budget.
- Resolve problems when they arise.
- Report on progress to managers, engineers etc.
- Australian residency is essential.
- Relevant construction degree or trade experience.
- Proven experience as construction foreman.
- In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment and OSH guidelines.
- Ability to read drawings, plans.
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
- Ability to communicate and report effectively.
- Problem-solving abilities.