AddressAbout the Company
RPQ specialise in bitumen Spray Seal with a long-term bulk portfolio of works. As a part of the Downer Group, you have the chance to work for a successful ‘family’ oriented organisation with the opportunities associated with Downer. An ASX 100 company that employs more than 53,000 people across Australia, New Zealand, Asia-pacific, South America and Southern Africa. RPQ operates out of locations spread over Queensland and New South Wales and boasts a high level of industry experience across our management, operational and support staff.
There are long term career opportunities, and the successful applicant will receive a great salary package and benefits with on-going training and support, so this is a great opportunity!
The role
Based at our Depot in Pinkenba a Spray Seal Foreman is responsible for a variety of tasks and duties. The primary purpose of this role is to lead, supervise and control various crews on various projects ensuring all specifications and quality parameters are achieved, in a safe and cost-efficient manner.
- Lead construction crews and equipment
- Effectively communicating all site movements of your crew on foot and in plant
- Conduct regular toolbox meetings
- Coordinating and prioritise duties on site
- Co-ordinate with Spotters and Traffic Control on site
- Ensure all necessary pre-start checks of plant and equipment are completed and plant and equipment is maintained in safe working order
- Ensure staff maintain and store tools, equipment and PPE as required to ensure a safe efficient working condition
- Notify Supervisor of any faulty plant, tools or equipment
- Oversee housekeeping of plant, equipment and job site as required
- Monitor supply of general supplies, minor tools and equipment and notify Supervisor or Management of any purchasing requirements
- Identifying job hazards, implement solutions or prevention of harm and share information with fellow team workers, management and QSE Manager
- Observe quality, environmental and workplace health & safety requirements on site and notify Supervisor of any incidents or non-conformances
- Oversee that documentation is completed accurately and submitted daily
- Ensure time sheet is completed daily, checked & signed by Supervisor
- Ensure all Fuel Logs, dockets & credit card receipts are handed into the project office at least weekly
About you
The successful applicant should have:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in Civil Road Construction Industry or Spray Seal/Asphalt/Profiling industry
- Hold current licenses, certificates and competencies relevant to the position as required by the company including General Safety Induction
- Demonstrated experience in giving direction, delegating tasks while complying with safety, environmental and quality assurance practises
- Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
- The ability to lead
Why RPQ?
- Highly supportive, team orientated organisation
- A strong commitment to maintaining a Zero Harm environment for all our employees and visitors
- On-going training and support
- A long-term career opportunity
We are looking for someone who is committed to providing a high-quality service in a professional and timely manner. If you believe you meet the above requirements and wish to be considered for this great opportunity, please click on “Apply” below and submit your application.
Emailed applications will not be progressed but for any questions please reach out to **************@downergroup.com
*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
*Submissions from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted.
