AddressAbout Select Plant Australia
Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with over 50 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure including more than a decade under the Laing O’Rourke banner. We are currently delivering some of Australia’s most exciting projects across the transport, building construction, defence, airports, mining, civil and social infrastructure sectors. Laing O’Rourke is committed to becoming the recognised leader for innovation and excellence in the construction industry. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
About the role
We are currently seeking a Plant Manager / Plant Superintendent to join Select Plant Australia in Melbourne on a major project. This permanent role offers great career prospects with one of the largest specialist plant hire businesses in Australia.
This role will have overall responsibility for the plant and heavy vehicle fleet being used on the project from a maintenance, utilisation, compliance, and regulatory perspective. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing guidance and mentoring to the project team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Consultation with project leads and other key stakeholders to ensure plant and heavy vehicles meet the required standards for the project.
- Managing a team of plant assessors to ensure plant is onboarded correctly and is maintained to the standard and quality required for executing the work safely and efficiently.
- Conducting and maintaining detailed analysis for all items of plant to ensure all risks are identified, assessed and where relevant, appropriate controls are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls.
- Successful implementation and use of the plant management system to deliver agreed project objectives.
- Implementation of equipment maintenance systems to ensure reliable and productive operation of heavy equipment.
- Establishment of positive client and community relationships.
- Plan, lead, organise and control maintenance resources to achieve time, quality, and productivity objectives in compliance with Quality, Health and Safety and Environmental Plans.
- Participate in the preparation of the Project Plans including Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental Plans, Project Instructions, Process Control Plans, and other relevant project procedures.
- Implement the Project Plans as it applies to maintenance including procedures relating to Quality, Health and Safety and Environmental Plans.
- Direct and control labour, subcontractors, plant, and material.
- Establish and maintain clear line of communication with project support staff and client representatives.
- Liaise with the Project in the control and co-ordination of subcontractors and suppliers.
- Evaluate and ensure major suppliers/subcontractors/consultants are capable of meeting project requirements in all respects.
- Obtain and review compliance and/or maintenance records of plant and equipment and ensure such records are appropriately filed.
- Ensure labour and subcontractors comply with their approved Work Method Statements.
- Co-ordinate and direct Subcontractors.
- Undertake inspection and verification activities as required by Project Instructions and other parts of the Project Plans as required.
- Selection, engagement, and deployment of labour within industrial agreements and regulatory guidelines.
- Regular review and report to Project Manager on construction, personnel, and productivity performances.
- Ensure work completed meets or exceeds industry standards and OEM specifications.
- Proactively manage the effectiveness of health safety and environmental measures on site.
- Act in emergency situations.
- Ensure periodic reports are accurate and submitted on time.
- Ensure comprehensive project records are established and maintained.
Perform other duties as may be defined by the Project Manager/Depot Manager.
About you
- Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent preferred.
- Extensive experience within the plant industry with demonstrated experience managing heavy vehicles and plant.
- Intermediate computer skills.
- In-depth knowledge of Industry requirements.
- Ability to communicate with and engage with multiple diverse stakeholders to ensure best for business outcomes are achieved.
Benefits
We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected, and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
