TBM Superintendent (Heavy Civil Construction Project)

Description

• Summary: the TBM Superintendent manages equipment commissioning and decommissioning, oversees utility and services installation, and leads daily supervision and coordination of heavy construction and tunnel equipment.
• Foster a teamwork culture, ensuring site teams cooperate and integrate effectively with wider project teams.
• Perform technical administration of contracts related to equipment and plant.
• Review design drawings, provide input, and verify practical application.
• Enforce site safety at all times.
• Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local compliance requirements.
• Manage direct reports to ensure competence, accountability, and alignment with project performance measures.
• Interpret the intent and requirements of design documentation and information.
• Ensure shift reports accurately reflect daily production.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with workers, manufacturers, dealers, project managers, equipment managers, and subcontractors
• Support work areas to ensure management plans and strategies are implemented, maintained, reviewed, and corrective actions are closed out promptly.
• Work effectively under pressure, coordinating multiple activities and teams to maximize efficiency.
• Control all equipment owned or leased by the company for the project.
• Monitor construction progress against forecasts; advise the Construction Manager of deviations or variances.
• Apply and maintain working knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Identify and resolve IR/ER issues, escalating serious matters to the Construction Manager and IR Manager as appropriate.
• Prepare and update operating costs and rental rates for bids and estimators.
• Document and communicate changes to systems and processes.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience as a TBM Superintendent/ Equipment/Plant Manager in tunnels/ underground/heavy civil construction projects or similar.
• Trade certification or tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
• Effective negotiation and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels.
• Ability to learn and use different software systems, including E7
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Strong understanding of local WHS standards and regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with skills in data and file recording
• Process‑oriented, with the ability to analyze complex issues.
• Sound knowledge of civil construction materials and services.
• Strong knowledge of fixed plant systems
• Well‑developed time management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Hands‑on experience in the operation and maintenance of at least one project using a pressurized‑face Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM)
• High attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled at meeting deadlines and targets, prioritizing tasks under pressure.
• Experience managing major tunnelling support plants, such as slurry plants and waste treatment facilities.
• Ability to supervise team members and collaborate with safety and other departments to maintain project safety standards.

Benefits

To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity.

• Laptop and phone are provided.
• Competitive salary + 12% superannuation.
• Accommodation and meals are covered on site.
• Transportation (flights) between residence and project site is provided.
• 20 days paid annual leave + 10 sick days.
• Private health insurance is provided.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance