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, Civil Projects, Civil Maintenance, Commercial and domestic building construction and maintenance, Industrial Services and Landscape Construction.
Purpose of the Position
Based in our Karratha office this role will involve driving the delivery of Culvert project for the Rio Tinto Civil and Rail contract.
About you:
You will be self-motivated and results-driven, have superior knowledge of RIO Tinto Civil and Rail with strong leadership qualities. You will possess relevant experience in civil construction with reference to projects completed.
A collaborative style of leadership and effective communication both written and oral. Have excellent client interface, coordination, time management and safety leadership.
About the role:
• This position is full time, 8 days on, 6 days off roster (Subject to change for specific projects) in our Karratha Offices.
• Residential to Karratha is preferred though FIFO may be considered for the right applicant.
• Travel to remote locations frequently is a requirement.
To be successful for this role, you will have:
- Minimum 2 years’ demonstrated experience in civil and construction projects
- Hold valid Section 26 (S26) qualifications (mandatory)
- Proven ability to lead teams to deliver projects safely and within required timeframes
- Ability to interpret and read construction drawings and plans
- Strong understanding of the Pilbara region, including mining and rail industry knowledge
- Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations, with a strong commitment to compliance
- Demonstrated professional judgement and commercial acumen
- Experience across all stages of the project lifecycle
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to foster a proactive, safe, and supportive team culture
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Strong work ethic and ability to work autonomously
- Competent computer skills
Your responsibilities will include:
• Liaise daily with client representatives.
• Participate and be involved with cost control practices.
• Audit and monitor the quality of the team daily reporting.
• Work closely with Superintendents and Manager-Civil and Rail
• Provide assistance with processes and procedures.
• Client management – relationship building
• Coach and mentor Staffs.
• Contribute to team planning meetings.
• Effectively set expectations for behaviors and performance
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, personalized 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.
