Site Manager
Mackay Regional
A Site Manager oversees and directs a variety of projects from the beginning through to completion. Site Managers typically work on worksites in the building and construction industry. Site Managers must have strong project management skills in addition to knowledge of building regulations and occupational health and safety protocols. Tasks and duties Co-ordinating labour activity on worksite and managing overall site performance of building and construction process, including liaising with sub-contractors and suppliers.
Reviewing building practices to ensure compliance with forecast budgets, project management procedures and health and safety guidelines.
Implementing and updating documentation as required, such as a site diary and incident reports.
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How to become a Site Manager Site Managers are usually qualified tradespeople who also have several years experience being employed on worksites. Specialised qualifications in building and construction management may be highly valued by employers.
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Most Site Managers begin as entry-level employees in the building and construction industry. Ensure you have your White Card, and gain experience by taking on progressively more responsibility at your worksite. This may include helping managers and supervisors to deliver projects within time and budget constraints.
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Industry certifications
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Australia
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TAFE / VET
Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses such as certificates, diplomas and advanced diplomas prepare you for work by providing practical skills. Basic entry requirements, such as the completion of Year 10, may apply for some courses.
An undergraduate degree, such as a bachelor degree, is the first university degree you can apply for after completing Year 12. They provide comprehensive skills and career training over multiple years and usually have an ATAR entry requirement.
Postgraduate degrees, such as graduate diplomas and masters, can teach you advanced skills to progress or switch your career. You usually need a relevant bachelor degree to enter a postgraduate degree.
Industry certifications allow you to learn and demonstrate specific skills. They may be recognised by your industry in Australia or globally, improving your employability. Entry requirements may apply for some certifications.
Short courses introduce you to specific skills. Many short courses don’t have entry requirements, making them suitable for beginners. They can help you update your skill set or prepare for a change of career.
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Site Manager won’t get better - it does evolve all the time no one or nothing is permanent you always find your self starting all over again and again
Reviewer's Qualification
Certificate in Retail Management
Experience
10+ years
Small (1-19 employees)
Retail
The good things
The flexibility of time you can start and finish your rostered hours, you will be expert in multi-tasking, different skills will be learnt depends what sort of store you are getting, if it has cafe - ...
The challenges
Being a Site Manager in a 24hour site it means you are on call for that site 24/7 except when you are on leave, so it means anytime of the day your team can call you. During the COVID time, this role ...
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May 2021
Site Manager role is a name of taking the responsibility from the front line and produce the best of progress and quality.
Reviewer's Qualification
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Experience
1 – 4 years
Geotechnical Engineering
The good things
- Site Management- Good conveyor- Time Management- Conflict solver- Team leader- Supportive- Technically Strong
The challenges
- Tough working environment- Working in some remote Areas- Overtime working sometimes
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