Utilities Supervisor

Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3008

**About John Holland**:
At John Holland, our purpose is simple - we transform lives with everything we do.

We’ve always known that infrastructure is about people — our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we work every day.

That’s our difference. Deep experience and capability with a genuine care about creating better lives for people along the way.

Be part of the team that’s up for the challenge of transforming lives for good.

**About the Role / Are you up for the challenge?**:
As the Utilities Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing the planning, coordination, and delivery of utilities works along the Beveridge to Albury project corridor. Working closely with project teams, utility providers, subcontractors, and stakeholders, you will ensure that all utilities-related activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with project timelines and objectives.

Collaboration will be key, as you will engage with various disciplines across multiple sites to ensure the seamless execution of works that meet the project’s safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness standards.
We are seeking a highly motivated Utilities Supervisor to join our team and contribute to the successful delivery of this significant project

**Project Description**:
Inland Rail is transforming how goods are moved around Australia, connecting Melbourne and Brisbane via regional Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. This 1,700km fast freight backbone will complete our national freight network - better connecting producers to markets and creating new opportunities for regional businesses, industries and communities.

The Beveridge to Albury (B2A) project is the Victorian portion of the program undertaken along approximately 305 kms of existing northeast rail corridor between Beveridge and Albury. B2A is staged in two tranches. Tranche 1 includes enhancement works across four sites and corridor wide works.

Tranche 2 works will be delivered by John Holland and includes adjustment of track alignments, the provision of new road overbridges and station modifications to enable the safe operation of double-stack freight trains across eight B2A project sites between Wandong and Benalla.

**Responsibilities of the role include / What you will do;**:
Overall responsibility for the role on this high-profile major project includes:

- Manage and supervise utilities works, including the relocation, installation, and protection of essential services such as water, gas, electricity, telecommunications, and drainage.
- Coordinate with utility providers, local councils, and other stakeholders to ensure timely approvals and compliance with statutory requirements.
- Monitor and report on the progress of utilities activities, proactively addressing any risks or delays.
- Conduct site inspections to ensure that work complies with project specifications, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
- Maintain accurate records, including permits, approvals, as-built drawings, and daily site logs.
- Work closely with the project team to integrate utilities work seamlessly with other construction activities.
- Foster a strong safety culture on-site and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.

**To be successful in this key role, we are looking for;**:

- Proven experience as a Utilities Supervisor or in a similar role within large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of utilities relocation, installation, and coordination processes, particularly within rail or linear infrastructure projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with utility providers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, plans, and specifications.
- A proactive and solution-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
- Relevant qualifications in construction, engineering, or a related discipline (preferred).
- Experience working on rail or large-scale infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.
- Current driver's license and the ability to travel to various sites as required

**As part of the team, you can help us transform lives.**:
Your success is reflected in ours, so we’re committed to being an employer of choice. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as we understand that different perspectives and ideas are critical to our long-term success.

We want you to be with us for the long term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.

**What’s in it for you**:
We’re about connecting your sense of purpose to ours. We understand that your career is one of the biggest ways to have an impact on the world. We also believe in supporting you as a whole person, not just an employee.

We reward and support our people in so many ways. T