Civil Supervisor -
Drainage, Sweeping, Asphalt, Concrete & Bridges
Casual Contract
$53 - $61 /hr inc Casual loading
$105,000 - $ 120,000 inc Casual loading
About Choiceone:
With over 35 years of proven results and a reputation for service excellence, ChoiceOne is a trusted leader in recruitment and HR solutions. We partner with a wide range of local councils across WA, supporting their staffing needs among various departments.
Whether you’re seeking temporary or permanent opportunities in local government, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the success of our ever-evolving client base.
We are recruiting on behalf of a local government client for Two experienced Civil Supervisor to lead operational teams across a broad range of civil works, including drainage, sweeping, asphalt, concrete, and bridge maintenance programs.
About the Role
Reporting to the Civil Operations Lead, you will:
- Lead and supervise teams delivering civil works programs across drainage, sweeping, asphalt, concrete, and bridge works.
- Lead day-to-day scheduling, site logistics, and coordination of City crews and external contractors across maintenance and capital works projects .
- Manage job allocation, resource planning, timesheets, and administrative reporting across multiple sites simultaneously.
- Monitor project budgets, ensuring effective cost control and resource allocation .
- Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with OSH standards, environmental regulations, and City policies.
- Provide on-site supervision and mentorship to field staff, supporting upskilling and development of newer team members.
- Liaise with internal departments, community members, and external stakeholders to resolve enquiries and complaints.
- Assist with preparation of procurement documentation, contractor evaluation, and job scoping for scheduled works.
- Participate in toolbox meetings, incident investigations, and risk assessments to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
- Be actively involved in conflict resolution and HR-related matters within the team to support a positive team culture.
- Foster a safety-first, collaborative, and high-performing culture while ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Significant experience in civil construction and maintenance, including roads, drainage, footpaths, asphalt, concrete, and bridges.
- Proven supervisory or leadership experience in field-based operations.
- Strong knowledge of Work Health & Safety practices and risk management.
- Experience managing contractors, operational work programs, and field crews.
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects, plan resources, and meet service level expectations.
- Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and team development skills.
Key traits we value:
- Leadership and team coaching skills
- Operational excellence and accountability
- Community engagement and customer focus
- Problem-solving and process improvement mindset
Required Licences & Certifications
- Construction Induction White Card
- HR Driver’s Licence
- Basic Worksite Traffic Management & Traffic Control (BWTM & TC)
- Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance
