As stadium design and construction experts, BESIX Watpac is proudly leading the Kōtui consortium to deliver New Zealand’s exciting new Te Kaha / Canterbury Multi-Use Arena in Christchurch.

BESIX Watpac is a leading multi-disciplinary construction company, backed by a century of global expertise and financial strength. A wholly owned subsidiary of the award-winning international contractor BESIX Group, we specialise in complex construction across all sectors, including building and infrastructure projects.

Today the Group has more than $7B work in hand and is operating in 25 countries, employing 11,000 people globally. The world’s tallest tower, the iconic Burj Khalifa, showcases our innovation and engineering distinction. With international hubs located in Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, we are united by one common purpose - we excel in creating sustainable solutions for a better world.

With the recent approval of the design and construct contract, we are seeking Structures Foremen to join our Te Kaha project team.  The purpose of these roles will be to oversee day to day organisation of onsite construction resources, including subcontractors, and their various disciplines.

The key responsibilities of the positions will include:

• Proactively drive company safety, environment and quality policies, practices and procedures in compliance with Management Plans and OH&S legislative requirements to provide a safe workplace at all times.
• Organise sequencing of on-site activities including the coordination of materials, equipment, personnel, and materials handling plant.
•  In consultation with the Site Manager, allocate necessary site staff and resources and confirm that all the resources for the project will be available when required.
• Review the construction programme with the Site Manager, re-sequencing activities as necessary to achieve the programmed completion date.
• Ensure that the Company's policies and practices on safety, industrial relations and quality assurance are implemented and policed at the work face.
• Ensure quality and compliance with standards and contract documents.

The incumbent in this role will require the following qualifications and experience:

• Degree/Diploma in building/construction, or other recognised tertiary or trade qualification in a construction related field.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering large building or infrastructure projects and managing structural trades.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high pressure environment.
• Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills.

At BESIX Watpac, we are driven by an organisational culture that embraces diversity, equality and a commitment to an inclusive workplace.  Our people proudly uphold our values every day and are committed to the safety and wellbeing of their colleagues, subcontractors and the communities in which we operate.

BESIX Watpac employees enjoy access to a Healthy Foundations program, additional Wellbeing Leave Days, professional development opportunities and Paid Parental Leave.  We attribute our successes to our innovative, driven and diverse team and offer a competitive remuneration package with flexible, supportive benefits and development programs.

Don’t miss this opportunity to help deliver an iconic project during this exciting time for BESIX Watpac.