At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead on-site execution of a plant upgrade project in the Goldfields.
- Company: Zeal Personnel, a top recruitment company in mining and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive rates, retention bonus, supportive team, and potential for long-term work.
- Other info: Strong safety culture and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Take ownership of exciting projects and make a real impact in mining.
- Qualifications: Experience in construction management and multidisciplinary team coordination.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
We are seeking a highly experienced Construction Manager to lead the on-site execution of a plant upgrade project in the Goldfields of WA. Reporting to the Project Director, this is a fantastic role to take ownership of. This is a hands-on, senior leadership role responsible for driving safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery of a multidisciplinary construction scope, from mobilisation through to commissioning handover.
The successful candidate will be a strong, decisive leader with a proven track record managing complex mining or mineral processing infrastructure projects, capable of coordinating multiple trades and subcontractors in a fast-paced, remote site environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide overall on-site construction leadership for the project, ensuring delivery aligns with project scope, schedule, and budget.
- Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, mechanical, piping, and electrical/instrumentation trades.
- Oversee day-to-day site execution, including work-front planning, resourcing, and productivity management.
- Champion a strong safety culture; ensure full compliance with site safety systems, statutory requirements, and company HSE standards.
- Monitor and report on project schedule performance, identifying and resolving delays or constraints proactively.
- Manage project cost control, including tracking against budget, variations, and forecasting.
- Liaise with client representatives, engineering teams, and subcontractors to ensure alignment and clear communication.
- Chair site meetings, toolbox talks, and progress reviews.
- Ensure quality control and compliance with project specifications and relevant standards.
- Support commissioning readiness and handover activities.
About You
- Construction management experience, with demonstrated experience delivering mineral processing or mining infrastructure projects including SMP, NPI, Electrical and Civil Scopes.
- Proven experience managing multidisciplinary trades and subcontractor teams on remote/regional sites.
- Strong working knowledge of WA mining safety legislation and site-based HSE systems.
- Demonstrated ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and cost reporting.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Relevant trade or engineering background highly regarded.
- Current Drivers Licence.
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing.
- The ability to clear a GSDU.
What's on Offer
- Competitive hourly rate commensurate to experience.
- Supportive project team and strong safety culture.
- The opportunity for this project to continue on into longer term work post project close out.
Zeal Personnel is a leading labour hire and recruitment company, operated by industry professionals with extensive experience who truly understand the unique demands of their clients. Specialising in the Mining, Oil & Gas, Energy, and Infrastructure sectors, Zeal Personnel offers comprehensive, end-to-end solutions.
Construction Manager employer: Zeal Personnel
Zeal Personnel offers competitive rates and retention bonuses, making it an attractive employer for experienced professionals in the construction management field. The company fosters a hands-on, senior leadership culture that emphasizes safety, timely delivery, and budget management on complex mining projects. Employees have the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic and fast-paced remote site environment, enhancing their professional growth and leadership skills.
