Deputy Site Manager- FIFO

Perth - Australia

Yearly Salary: $ 280000 - 300000

Posted on: 08-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Kerman Contracting is seeking experienced Deputy Site Managers to deliver Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) projects for a Tier 1 client. This is a FIFO role from Perth on a 2:1 roster offering a fixed-term contract with strong potential for extension.

As a Deputy Site Manager you will report to the Site Manager /Project Manager and play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of NPI projects. You will lead the on-site team work closely with the client and maintain a high standard of safety quality and performance across the project lifecycle.

You will be personable and responsible for maintaining a positive team environment on site.

Our Benefits on Offer:

As a Deputy Site Manager with Kerman you will have the following benefits:

18-24 months fixed term (potential to go longer) with leave accrual (Annual Leave and Sick Leave)
2:1 FIFO roster from Perth
Attractive Base Hourly Rate
Attractive completion bonus (on Base) paid out on project completion
Salary sacrifice opportunities
Strong and diverse project pipeline offering job security
Supportive team structure consisting of Head Office staff as well as Site/Project Managers Supervisors Administrators and Commissioning team

Roles Duties and Responsibilities:

As a Deputy Site Manager some of your key responsibilities will include:

Supporting the Site Manager and Project Manager with the day-to-day running of the project site ensuring works are completed safely on time according to specification and schedule and within budget. The position will also oversee and manage the on-site team including all on-site activities functions and disciplines
Ensuring project completion following safety environmental time quality cost and HR measures
Overseeing construction program including compiling subcontracts supply agreements and purchase orders
Managing on-site construction works and coordinate with all site project staff and sub-contractors
Ensuring project quality and safety standards meet OHS&E company requirements
Performing short-term programming prepare method statement compilation and produce weekly and monthly project reports
Providing risk assessments for construction activities and facilitate JHAs and Field Leaderships
Providing leadership and direction on WHSE matters at the project pre-start toolbox and Client meetings
Work closely with the Site Manager Project Manager and WHSE Manager (HO) on project-related health and safety issues and provide them with statistical reports at agreed intervals

About you:

To be successful for the Deputy Site Manager role you will have:

Degree in Engineering Construction Management or equivalent industry
5 years experience in the construction industry in a similar role with a strong knowledge of full life cycle project deliverables
Superior people management and interpersonal communications skills.
Experience working on multiple disciplinary projects is desirable
Schedule 26 qualification is highly desirable

*Experience delivering NPI projects across the resources sector will be highly regarded

Why chose Kerman for your next career step:

We are a stable privately owned Perth-based business with diverse and engaging projects to enhance your skills and experience in a positive working environment.
You are valued as an individual in an environment that does not allow for politics or toxicity.
Work in an environment led by skilled responsive respectful and supportive managers and be valued for your opinions and capabilities

About us:

Kerman Contracting Pty Ltd (Kerman) is a successful West Australian company specialising in designing and constructing major industrial projects associated with Australias Mining and agricultural sectors.

We are committed to providing a safe healthy and productive work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture.

If you are interested in the position at Kermans and believe your skills personality team-focused mentality and experience align with the requirements mentioned we encourage you to submit your application today. If you have any questions please email

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Kerman Contracting is seeking experienced Deputy Site Managers to deliver Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) projects for a Tier 1 client. This is a FIFO role from Perth on a 2:1 roster offering a fixed-term contract with strong potential for extension.As a Deputy Site Manager you will report to the...