Acciona

Surface Supervisor, Tunnelling

Perth Full time

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

About the Project

The Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant is a landmark infrastructure project that will play a critical role in securing Western Australia’s long-term water supply. The project includes complex tunnelling and major civil works, delivered with a strong commitment to safety, innovation, sustainability, and environmental responsibility.

About the Role

As Surface Supervisor – Tunnelling, you will be responsible for overseeing all surface-based activities supporting tunnelling operations. You will coordinate crews, plant, and subcontractors to ensure surface works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with tunnelling progress. This role is critical to maintaining productivity, safety, and interface management on a high-profile infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise surface works associated with tunnelling activities
  • Coordinate site crews, plant, and materials to support tunnelling operations
  • Ensure safety, environmental, and quality compliance across all surface works
  • Manage subcontractors and daily site activities
  • Implement and monitor construction methodologies and work plans
  • Track progress against programme and address constraints or issues
  • Ensure quality assurance documentation and reporting requirements are met

Required Skills and Competencies

Capabilities & Experience

  • Proven experience supervising surface works on tunnelling or major civil infrastructure projects
  • Strong leadership and coordination skills across multi-disciplinary teams
  • Solid understanding of safety management systems and QA processes
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications
  • Relevant trade qualification or engineering background

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.