🏗️ Civil Construction Supervisor

Location: Napier Hawkes Bay, NZ Hours: 40+ hours per week

AWF is currently seeking a Civil Construction Supervisor on behalf of one of our valued Napier client. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role with a respected construction company. The successful candidate will be hands-on and not afraid to get dirty when required, working alongside the crew to ensure projects are delivered on time, safely, and to a high standard.

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🔨 Duties & Responsibilities

Checking in with the Projects Engineer for weekly and daily job schedules
Providing daily updates (photos, calls, emails) on job progress and issues
Ensuring crews work efficiently to meet timelines and budgets
Making sure employees have the tools and equipment needed for quality output
Overseeing work across one or more sites to ensure smooth operations
Promoting and enforcing health and safety standards on site
Following company procedures to maintain compliance with safety, quality, and environmental policies
Promoting care and correct use of tools and equipment
Assisting with training new employees and updating competency records
Giving clear directions to workers to avoid repetitive mistakes
Ensuring company rules are followed by crew
Making sure tools are returned from job sites
Ensuring daily Toolbox and Emergency Plans are completed and understood before work begins
Inducting visitors to site via health and safety paperwork
Wearing and ensuring correct use of PPE for all workers
Reporting non-conforming activities to Management
Documenting and reporting incidents, accidents, and near misses
Respecting and maintaining company vehicles, plant, tools, and property
Attending weekly Monday meetings with Management and crews to review progress and feedback
Completing daily timesheets with job details

📋 Skills & Specifications

Expertise or strong knowledge of the Civil Construction industry
Ability to issue clear directions and instructions to workers
Strong communication skills with both crew and management
Excellent time management skills
Ability to lead while also being hands-on and willing to get dirty when required
Must hold a Class 1 license; working toward Class 2 is advantageous Class 4 even better.
Current WTR & F endorsements with experience are advantageous
Valid First Aid Certificate and other relevant industry qualifications
Physically fit and healthy
Proactive attitude toward health and safety, ensuring your actions protect yourself and others