Drainage Supervisors

2 days ago

Port Hedland, Australia RecruitWest Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Our client, a respected family-owned business with a strong reputation in civil works, is seeking two (2) skilled Supervisors of Drainage Works to join their team on a major infrastructure project in Port Hedland, WA.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to critical drainage works while working with a company that values safety, quality, and the local community.

Project Details

  • Scope: Pit and Pipe Installation – Car Dumper Drainage
  • Location: Port Hedland, WA
  • Duration: Approx 3 months
  • Roster: FIFO 2 weeks on / 1 week off (2&1), 11-hour shifts, accommodation provided
  • Start Date: Targeting October 10, 2025

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of ~15 Drainage Labourers, Excavator Operators and general Plant Operators
  • Liaise with stakeholders and manage reports and documentation relating to client management
  • Assist and supervise the installation of stormwater drainage systems, pits and piping
  • Supervise and assist with trench excavation and pipe installation
  • Interpret and work from plans and drawings

What We're Looking For - Experience & Skills

  • Proven experience in a supervisory capacity in drainage, sewer and stormwater installation - particularly with tier 1 contractors
  • Strong understanding of pipe bedding, laying and alignment (pipe laying qualification highly regarded)
  • Skilled in heavy machinery operations, including: Loaders and Excavators (trenching and placement)
  • Competent with laser levels for accurate grade and level installation
  • Experience installing precast concrete units (manholes, pits, etc)

Tickets & Licenses

  • Relevant civil/mining machinery tickets (Excavator/Loader) - Crane/Watercart/Roller tickets highly regarded
  • Dogman/Rigger tickets
  • Section 26 Statutory Supervisor Course

Mobilisation & Onboarding

  • BHP Inductions required (company can assist if not held)
  • Full medical to be arranged and booked by the company
  • Mobilisation timeframe: typically 2–4 weeks, but may be as quick as 1 week

To register your interest, APPLY today

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