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Foreperson
Delivery; QBuild; Public Works; Bundaberg
Make a meaningful impact and work with QLD Government’s builder, QBuild! Benefit from working in a commercialised business unit within the public sector and enjoy access to a range of government exclusive benefits, as well as exciting career opportunities across the state. Don't miss this chance to build your career —apply now!
Join QBuild for an exciting career opportunity as a Foreperson and coordinate delivery of maintenance and construction activities for QBuild.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Construction & Architecture |
| Classification | FP03 |
| Workplace Location | Wide Bay |
| Job ad reference | QLD/635507/25 |
| Closing date | 22-May-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Brett Cory |
| Contact details | Phone: 0492 812 429 Access the National Relay Service |
Your role within QBuild will support the department to partner with Queensland Government agencies to deliver their core services, by providing state-wide planning, building, maintenance, and disaster response services that utilise local suppliers and QBuild tradespeople and apprentices. The work you will do helps someone every day, and that means the world to us.
About the role
The primary purpose of the position is to assist Senior Supervisors and Supervisors in managing and coordinating delivery of maintenance and construction activities, to maximise project profitability and ensure client satisfaction.
Duties and skills involved:
- Managing and coordinating the physical, financial and human resources in a small to medium-sized depot.
- Ensuring a healthy and safe work environment is maintained on worksites, ensuring compliance with current human resource practices and principles.
- Undertaking Workplace Health and Safety audits of contractors to ensure compliance with QBuild's Safety Management System and associated Key Performance Indicators.
- Assisting in the planning and delivery of projects through the efficient supervision of field staff and subcontractors and through the application of legislation, regulations, practices and policies related to the building construction, maintenance and engineering industries.
- Providing a level of supervisory services and contract administration in respect to the delivery of construction, maintenance and upgrade work undertaken by QBuild.
- Developing and maintaining positive working relationships with clients, to ensure product and service delivery meet agreed outcomes.
- Proactively managing the work performance and personal conduct of your staff, creating a positive working environment that promotes equity, diversity, respect and inclusion.
Mandatory requirements:
- Possession of a current, valid trade qualification.
- Possession of a current, valid Workplace Health and Safety General Safety Induction card
How do I apply?
All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the below attached applicant guide and role description. Once reviewed please submit the following documents to apply:
- Resume
- Cover letter (2 pages maximum) telling us why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.
If you have any questions about the position or your application please contact Brett Cory, 0492 812 429 or brett.cory@epw.qld.gov.au
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/635507/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 22 May 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
Documents
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