Deputy Site Manager
BH-347006
Posted: 24/09/2026
- $110 - $140 per hour, Benefits: Mon to Sat, residential or 6/1
- Australia Queensland Chinchilla
- Contract
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Power Generation, T&D
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T&D
NES Fircroft have partnered with a global power equipment manufacturer who are looking for an experienced Deputy Site Manager to support the construction and delivery of a major power generation project.
Working closely with the Site Manager, you will oversee daily construction activities, field operations, subcontractors and site coordination, while stepping into the Site Manager role when required.
Key Responsibilities
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Working closely with the Site Manager, you will oversee daily construction activities, field operations, subcontractors and site coordination, while stepping into the Site Manager role when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily construction and field activities
- Manage subcontractors and multidisciplinary site interfaces
- Prepare weekly look-ahead schedules and daily progress reports
- Resolve construction issues and interface conflicts
- Liaise with the Principal, contractors and site teams
- Support and lead site EHS requirements
- Act as Site Manager during periods of absence
- Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background
- Strong site/construction experience within power generation
- Knowledge of gas/steam turbines, boilers, HRSGs and HV substations
- Experience managing subcontractors and site teams
- Strong construction planning, coordination and problem-solving skills
- Australian-based candidates preferred
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.