Foreperson

Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of opportunities, taking responsibility, and making it happen. We appreciate our peoples’ courage, curiosity and unique perspectives, and look to collaborate as much as possible to explore safer, smarter and more efficient ways of working in this rapidly changing world. We don’t stand still – there are always opportunities to do more and do better.

• Keen to progress your career? Take full advantage of our tailored training, leadership, and mentoring programs; or leverage our partnerships with industry association such as Engineers Australia, Chartered Accountants, CPA Australia, Infrastructure Sustainability Council, The National Association of Women in Construction, plus many more.

• Looking to enhance your wellbeing? We will encourage you to explore flexible working arrangements where possible. We offer great benefits, including corporate health and fitness programs, health insurance discounts, personal banking support, a range of retailer discounts, up to 18 weeks paid primary carers parental leave and up to 10 days paid secondary carers leave, access to our Employee Assistance Program (including your immediate family), and the option to take more time for yourself throughout the year with our Purchase Leave Policy.

• Want to help us better the communities we live and work in? Our purpose of creating, connecting, and caring for communities is more than a saying to us – it’s a way of thinking, working, and living because we're locals too, and seek to give back in ways that strengthen and build resilient communities. We do this because we genuinely care, enjoy what we do, and even manage to have some fun along the way! You’ll find us partnering with local and national community groups, like Clontarf Foundation and Black Dog Institute, in addition to indigenous groups and social enterprises, to ensure that our good work positively impacts and brings about sustainable change within our industry.

• Do we offer a ‘competitive’ salary package? Of course! Speak to our Talent Acquisition or People & Culture team to learn more.

What’s on offer?

We’re looking for an experienced Foreperson to support the successful delivery of a major infrastructure project in New South Wales for our Eastern Region Construction (ERC) business. This is a key site-based role where you’ll lead from the front, bringing your experience and practical approach to drive safe, efficient and high-quality outcomes.

Working closely with the Project Manager and engineering team, you’ll take ownership of day-to-day site activities, setting clear direction for crews and subcontractors and ensuring work is delivered to plan.

What you’ll do

• Lead day-to-day site operations, ensuring work is delivered safely and efficiently
• Supervise crews and subcontractors across multiple work fronts
• Coordinate activities in line with program, quality and cost expectations
• Identify risks early and implement practical solutions to keep work moving
• Work closely with engineers and project teams to plan and deliver activities
• Maintain strong communication with teams and stakeholders on site

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Foreperson who brings solid experience in civil construction and understands what it takes to deliver work safely and efficiently on site. You’re confident leading crews, coordinating multiple activities and keeping delivery on track in a fast-paced environment.

You take a practical, hands-on approach and lead by example, setting the tone for safety, quality and productivity. You’re organised, proactive and comfortable making decisions on the ground to keep works moving.

You build strong relationships, communicate clearly and create a positive team environment where people feel supported and accountable. You take pride in your work and the outcomes your team delivers, and you’re always looking for better ways to get the job done.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a high-performing team and continue building your capability on a large, complex project.

Our people share the same set of values that keep us REAL. Respect, Energy and Effort, Attitude and Leadership encapsulate what we stand for at Fulton Hogan and encourage us to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where we listen to, care for, celebrate, and respect everyone.

We are committed to reconciliation and building and nurturing respectful relationships with First Nations peoples. Through our First Nations Engagement Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), we aim to promote opportunities, cultural understanding and partnerships that celebrate and acknowledge the contributions of Indigenous communities.

If our values resonate with you, please submit an application for the position. If you’re not sure that you meet 100% of the selection criteria, that’s okay, we would still like to hear from you and potentially discuss how your skills could be utilised at Fulton Hogan.

For over 90 years, Fulton Hogan has been delivering high-quality infrastructure to improve the lives of people every day. Our 10,000+ team works in every kind of weather and environment, creating, connecting, and caring for communities across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.