About us:
Yurra is majority owned by all Yindjibarndi people via Yindjibarndi Wealth Pty Ltd, a wholly owned investment entity established for the Yindjibarndi people post the signing of the Land Use Agreement with Rio Tinto Iron Ore (RTIO) in July 2013. We are a Pilbara Aboriginal Business headquartered in Karratha that is proudly committed to driving long-term, economically sustainable businesses to achieve our goal of delivering positive economic, cultural and community benefits to the people and communities whose lands we operate.
Yurra is part of the Yindjibarndi’s community’s strategy for sustainability and self-determination, being the entity that is responsible for providing services in the mining, oil and gas and infrastructure market sectors.
We have over 400 employees and several operating divisions including Facilities Management, Rail Maintenance, Civil Projects, Civil Maintenance, Commercial and Domestic Building Construction and Maintenance, Industrial Services and Landscape Construction.
Purpose of the Position
Yurra are currently seeking an experienced Civil & Rail Maintenance Manager to join our team based in Karratha (residential Karratha preferred, FIFO ex Perth for right candidate) to manage our Rail & Civil Maintenance Service Line. Your responsibilities will include:
- Liaise daily with the client representatives, Superintendent-Civil & Rail Maintenance and Engineers in relation to the schedule and critical path items always focusing ahead
- Client Management – maintain professional and productive relationships with existing and potential clients
- Drive effective and value-adding compliance of daily/weekly/monthly key performance indicators for teams & individuals as set by the company
- Participate and lead in weekly and monthly Contract operational meetings with client representatives and internal leaders
- Manage the Contract profit and loss, working closely with the Manager-Finance to identify discrepancies and ensure effective billing processes
- Effectively manage and resolve HSEQ issues and escalate to the Project Manager-Civil & Rail Maintenance where required
- Provide direction for the improvement of processes and procedures to get the most professional, compliant, safe, and efficient procedures on site
- Actively participate in pre-start meetings, information sessions, and field leaderships ensuring effective and open communication channels with the operational team
- Effectively manage and resolve personnel issues and escalate to the Manager-Civil & Rail if required
- Work closely with the Superintendents in identifying personnel as having potential for further technical training and progression
- Daily review and approval/rejection of employee timesheets and leave requests through HRIS system
About you:
You will be self-motivated and results-driven, have superior knowledge of business functions, exceptional budgeting and finance skills and strong leadership qualities.
Your entrepreneurial spirit and vision will assist Yurra in maintaining relationships with clients, generating new business, increasing staff productivity, improving service, ensuring sustainability, and meeting business objectives.
To be successful for this role, you will have:
- Australian recognised tertiary qualification in management, engineering, or similar field (Diploma or above) desirable but not essential
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in managing operational teams of 20+ personnel at Superintendent level or above
- Excellent understanding of and a high regard of health, safety, and quality obligations in accordance with legislation and client policies
- Minimum 5 years’ experience working in civil construction, mining, rail, or similar industry
- Demonstrated professional judgement and commercial acumen, including identifying, assessing, evaluating, and solving problems and risks to brief and budget
- Strong understanding of the Pilbara region and relevant mining/rail industry knowledge
- Proven experience in effectively leading and creating a proactive, safe, and supportive team culture
- Basic understanding of Aboriginal culture and heritage
What we offer:
- Local Living Subsidy (conditions apply)
- Attractive salary
- Flexibility
- Permanent opportunity with a great team culture and environment
- Ongoing career development opportunities
- Access to an employee assistance program (EAP)
- Discounted health benefits
- Long-term career potential
What you need to do next:
If the above excites you and you believe you have the potential to excel in this role APPLY now as we would love to hear from you.
If you want to stand out, (as we do get a lot of applications) attach a short, personalised cover letter addressing how you meet the key outcomes of the role.
For more information about who we are and what we do please visit our website: www.yurra.com.au
Please note: Applicants must hold full time legal working rights in Australia to be eligible for this position.
