Construction Coordinator (Manufacturing)

_{24th August, 2026}

About the Role

You'll coordinate day-to-day construction and mechanical installation activities for a significant evaporator upgrade project, working within a live, operating industrial facility. This is a hands-on coordination role focused on ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and with minimal disruption to ongoing site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily construction and mechanical installation activities, including contractor work fronts and interfaces
• Run daily toolbox talks and ensure construction activities comply with site safety requirements
• Coordinate and manage required safety permits prior to commencement of works
• Liaise with existing Operations and Maintenance teams on access, isolations and shutdown requirements
• Monitor contractor progress, workmanship and compliance with approved drawings, procedures and project requirements
• Identify and resolve day-to-day construction issues, interfaces and constraints, escalating significant matters to the Project Manager
• Coordinate sequencing of works to minimise disruption to ongoing site operations
• Maintain permit records and support the site permit process, compliance tracking and audit requirements
• Support and enforce site housekeeping standards across construction work areas
• Support inspections, testing, commissioning and handover activities
• Coordinate and support close-out of project and operations actions arising from installation and commissioning

• Experience in construction, mechanical installation or site coordination, preferably within an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Construction White Card (essential)
• Familiarity with Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) procedures
• Strong understanding of construction safety, permit systems and contractor management
• Familiarity with safety management systems such as ENABLON (desirable)
• Strong communication, coordination and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively within a live, operating industrial facility

• The opportunity to work on a high-profile capital project with a well-established Australian manufacturer
• A supportive, safety-focused project team environment
• Competitive contract rates through Chelgrave Contracting