Job Title: Construction Foreman
Location: Penrith
Job Type: Permanent
Unify are excited to be partnering with a leading construction plant hire business who are seeking an Operator Foreman to join their team. This role is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced operations professional to step into a key leadership position.
What do I need?
* Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels
* A strong understanding of plant and construction environments
* A proactive, safety-first approach with a focus on operational efficiency
* Soun decision making ability with strong problem-solving skills
Responsibilities:
* Provide ongoing support to operators on-site, stepping in when needed to keep service levels high
* Lead and coordinate operator activity on complex, large-scale projects to ensure efficient delivery
* Contribute to operator meetings and drive forward agreed action points to support continuous improvement
* Manage depot operations, including receiving goods, plant oversight, and ordering of required parts
* Proactively engage with customers on-site to strengthen relationships and identify opportunities for additional project sales
* Organise training sessions such as Safety Stand Down, IFE, Thumbs Up, and Eco Driver initiatives
* Support recruitment efforts across depots by identifying staffing needs and helping source suitable candidates
* Carry out operator inductions, ensuring smooth integration into both company and project culture
* Conduct pre-employment assessments to confirm candidates meet company and project standards
* Promote and enforce 5-star PPE standards to maintain a strong safety culture across the workforce
* Report and escalate any plant damage or service issues quickly to minimise downtime
* Partner with mobile fitters to ensure scheduled maintenance and repairs are carried out without delay
* Deliver ongoing performance reviews, offering coaching and feedback to improve operator capability
* Build strong working relationships with project foremen through quarterly reviews, ensuring alignment with company values and long-term goals
Must have:
* Minimum of 10 years’ proven experience within the plant sector
* Valid CPCS tickets
* Valid PTS Medical, SCM (or equivalent)