Superintendent - Transportation/Infrastructure
Superintendent – Transportation/Infrastructure
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Superintendent to lead the safe, efficient and reliable delivery of transportation and infrastructure services. This role will oversee operational teams, contractors and service providers, ensuring that roads, drainage, bridges, transport assets and associated infrastructure are maintained to a high standard and in accordance with applicable legislation, policies and service expectations.
Reporting to a senior manager, you will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day operations, responding to urgent incidents and supporting the planning and delivery of maintenance, renewal and improvement programmes. You will provide visible leadership in the field, promote a strong safety culture and ensure resources are deployed effectively to meet operational priorities.
Key responsibilities
- Lead, supervise and develop operational staff, promoting accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Plan and coordinate routine, preventative and emergency maintenance activities across transportation and infrastructure assets.
- Monitor contractor performance, work quality, budgets, schedules and compliance with contractual requirements.
- Inspect worksites and assets, identify risks and defects, and implement appropriate corrective action.
- Coordinate responses to incidents, severe weather, public safety concerns and service disruptions.
- Prepare operational reports, cost estimates, work programmes and performance updates for senior stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively with internal departments, utility providers, contractors, regulators and members of the public.
- Ensure all activities comply with health and safety, environmental, procurement and relevant statutory requirements.
About you
You will have substantial experience in transportation, civil construction, infrastructure maintenance or a related operational environment, together with proven supervisory or superintendent-level experience. A relevant technical qualification, trade background or equivalent practical expertise is desirable. Experience managing contractors, budgets and field-based teams will be highly valued.
You will be a confident communicator and practical problem-solver, capable of making sound decisions under pressure. Strong organisational skills, commercial awareness, computer literacy and a commitment to safe, inclusive and customer-focused service are essential. A current driving licence and the ability to work outside normal hours during emergencies may be required.
Superintendent - Transportation/Infrastructure
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