Construction Coordinator

  • Australia
  • Wollongong
  • Contract
  • AU$70 - AU$90 per hour
  • Initial 12 month contract with ASX Top 50 Heavy Industry Leader
  • Hourly rate contract opportunity – up to $90 per hour
  • Wollongong location

An ASX top 50 & leading heavy industry organisation is seeking a Construction Coordinator to join their team for an initial 12 month contract, with the possibility of extension. This role is pivotal in supporting construction activities for a major capital project within their operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide safety and environmental leadership, ensuring compliance with site safety standards, statutory obligations, and management plans.
  • Oversee site access, contractor approvals, and work pack authorization to ensure seamless and safe execution of construction activities.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes across refractory, scaffolding, heavy crane lifts, civil works, and off-site overhauls.
  • Coordinate area-based construction activities, ensuring alignment with project schedules and deliverables.
  • Conduct progress tracking, validate contractor resources, and coordinate interactions with operations and other service providers.
  • Support commissioning activities, including troubleshooting and resource allocation to meet operational performance criteria.

About You:

  • 10+ years of experience coordinating site works for capital projects or maintenance activities in heavy industry.
  • Proven expertise in the safe delivery of large-scale capital projects (>$100m).
  • Strong technical knowledge of blast furnace operations, plant equipment, and construction standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, ensure safety compliance, and effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in project scheduling tools and systems such as Aconex, MS Office Suite, and SAP.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on safety, leadership, and collaboration.

If you’re ready to take on this exciting opportunity, APPLY NOW! Or email your CV to angus.bick@talentinternational.com

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