Lake Macquarie City Council

Site Supervisor Construction

Site Supervisor Construction

Permanent – Full Time

Lead meaningful civil construction projects that shape how our community moves, connects and safely enjoys our city. We are looking for an experienced Site Supervisor who can confidently plan work, guide crews and deliver quality construction projects across a diverse local government environment.

• Lead with impact in a hands-on outdoor role in beautiful Lake Mac
• Use your leadership skills to bring out the best in a capable field team
• Enjoy a 4-day work week that gives you more time for life outside work

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

As Site Supervisor Construction, you will be part of our City Construction team within City Works, leading the on-site delivery of Council’s civil construction works program. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will plan, schedule and supervise works across projects such as road rehabilitation and reconstruction, drainage upgrades, kerb and channel works, footpaths and cycleways.

You will supervise teams on Council and State road networks and at times through privately owned property, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to specification. Your day-to-day work will include coordinating Council and contract plant and labour, applying quality assurance requirements, managing project costs, maintaining environmental controls and keeping the Construction Works Coordinator informed on progress, budgets and delivery risks.

Read theposition statementand learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate is a confident civil construction supervisor who brings strong technical knowledge, practical problem-solving skills and a genuine commitment to safe, high-quality work. You will be comfortable reading complex plans and specifications, setting out works to tight tolerances and making sound decisions on site with minimal supervision.

You will also meet the following criteria:

• Minimum Certificate III in a field relevant to local government civil construction activities or demonstrated extensive experience in civil construction.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role with particular knowledge in the civil construction sector.
• Experience in controlling costs on projects including actively managing budgets by capturing costs and providing financial progress reports.
• Experience in quality assurance testing including following Inspection and Test Plans, level set out and control, pavement testing, concrete testing and work as executed drawings.
• Demonstrated understanding of the need for and application of environmental controls on work sites.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing high level customer service.
• NSW Construction Induction card or recognised equivalent.
• Class C Driver’s licence.

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

• Competitive salary from $90,202 - $104,831 a year plus 12% superannuation
• 35 hours working across a 4-day work week
• Long Service leave after 5 years
• We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous, discounted gym memberships through our Corporate Fitness program, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program
• Free parking within walking distance of our office building
• Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac!

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you join a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disabilities. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET’S START

• If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by midnight, Sunday 13 September 2026
• For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Isabel Tinsey, Program Manager – City Construction on 0481 032 643 or via email[email protected]
• If you need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Blair Stevenson, Talent Attraction Partner, 4069 0083 or via email[email protected]
• Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!
• To view the capability Framework – Role Profile relevant to this role, pleaseclick here.
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
• Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.