Surface and Civils Plant Manager

The consortium of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia has been selected to build South Australia's biggest-ever road infrastructure project. In partnership with the South Australian Government, this consortium forms the Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance.

The Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance, will deliver the final 10.5km section of the North-South Corridor, forming a continuous 78 km, non-stop, traffic light-free motorway, and contributing to a long-lasting legacy for the community and people of Adelaide.

The T2D Project involves constructing two separate tunnels – the Southern Tunnels and the Northern Tunnels connected by an open motorway, with a combined total distance of 10.5km, open to traffic in 2031. The T2D project comprises the tunnels, surface works including road and bridge construction in addition to services buildings and complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure. The T2D Alliance is committed to providing opportunities for local people, Aboriginal workers, apprentices, trainees and job seekers who are long-term unemployed and offers people an incredible opportunity to be a part of an iconic project.

Role and Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of surface and mobile plant across multiple civil work fronts.
• Provide expert technical input into mobile plant capabilities, performance, and optimisation.
• Lead, mentor, and manage plant team members throughout the project.
• Develop and implement plant allocation strategies to meet project requirements.
• Monitor utilisation, productivity, and maintenance schedules to ensure efficiency and reliability.
• Drive compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Liaise with construction managers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth integration of plant resources.
• Manage budgets, reporting, and plant performance metrics.

About you

• Proven experience in a Plant Manager or Senior Plant Operations role within major civil or infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical understanding of mobile plant operations, maintenance, and performance optimisation.
• Solid knowledge of bulk earthworks, drainage, roads, and structural civil works.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to build capability and foster collaboration.
• High-level planning, scheduling, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Relevant qualifications in Civil Construction, Engineering, or Plant Operations (desirable).

We offer

Your success is our success, and as an Alliance, we are committed to being an employer of choice in Adelaide. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives and ideas are valued as crucial to our long-term success.

We are invested in your future with us and prioritise providing rich career experiences and ongoing development opportunities to support your growth.