Whittens

Serious about safety. Slightly less serious about the trophies.

A strong safety culture isn't created by systems and procedures alone. It is built by people - those who consistently look out for their mates, speak up, lead by example and make safety part of every decision.

Our KOMS Cultural Champion Award celebrates the people who truly live and breathe Whittens' Keeping Our Mates Safe ethos and make a significant contribution to the safety culture around them.

These Champions have shown that safety leadership isn't defined by a job title. It can be found in the person who starts every shift with a positive presence, checks that others are okay, shares their experience, calls out a risk or stays behind to make sure their mates leave safely.

The impact of those everyday actions is serious - and so is the recognition.

Each KOMS Cultural Champion receives a travel voucher and one of Whittens' most coveted awards: a personalised and remarkably lifelike bobblehead.

These miniature masterpieces are highly prized and fiercely sought-after! But behind the fun is something that matters enormously: recognising the people who help make Whittens a safer, healthier and more supportive place to work.

Because the strongest safety cultures are built by people who don't just talk about looking after their mates - they do it every day.

We’re creating local employment opportunities for skilled concreters, formworkers and steel fixers in Dubbo and across the NSW Central West.

If that’s you, send your résumé to [email protected]

🚧 If you're a motivated, trustworthy and experienced Steel Fixer, looking for a FIFO role in the NSW Snowy Mountains, please get in contact with us immediately!
To apply, send your resume to [email protected] 🚧

Sometimes the things weighing most heavily on a mate are the things we can’t see.

Across Whittens, our teams marked R U OK? Day with Fly the Flag for MATES in Construction events - a visible reminder that looking after our mates includes taking the time to check in, listen and stay connected.

A simple conversation can make a real difference.

Our teams came together for mental health toolboxes, BBQs, morning teas and a kindness board, taking time to think about the importance of checking in, starting honest conversations and looking out for our mates.

We’re proud to Fly the Flag to support MATES in Construction and the organisation’s valuable work preventing su***de and improving mental health throughout the industry.

At Whittens, Keeping Our Mates Safe goes beyond physical safety. It means looking out for each other - physically, mentally and emotionally - every day.

WHITTENS IS HIRING!

Whittens is growing and recruiting for large-scale Earthworks and FRP infrastructure projects.

If you have experience with a self-performing civil contractor and are looking for your next FIFO opportunity, we want to hear from you!

Click the link for current opportunities and more information - https://www.whittensgroup.com.au/careers/

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them below!

Congratulations to Shaun Russell on reaching his 10-year milestone with Whittens!

Since joining the business, Shaun has progressed from formworker through to leading hand, foreman and supervisor, earning a reputation for leading from the front and always backing his mates.

Currently working on a major project in the NSW Snowy Mountains, Shaun’s days are spent navigating large-scale structures - meaning plenty of trips up and down ladders and stairs, which he reckons is a pretty good way to stay fit.

What truly stands out for Shaun, though, is the people and the mateship that comes with the job. He’s also lucky enough to work alongside his dad, Barry, a storeman, on many Whittens projects.

Site superintendent Brad Cooper describes Shaun as “part of the furniture at Whittens.” “It has been awesome to see him grow into one of our main leaders in the business. ‘Shauno’ is always good for a laugh and banter with the group to keep morale high. And his skill, work ethic and loyalty is well recognised, which makes him one of our key performers.”

Based in Newcastle, Shaun is a family man who enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids. When he’s off swing, you’ll find him fishing, playing a round of golf, keeping fit at the gym or watching horse racing.

Reaching 10 years with Whittens reflects the strong workforce culture that underpins the business - where people are supported, valued and encouraged to build long-term careers.

Congratulations Shaun, and thank you for the leadership, loyalty and positivity. We’re extremely proud to have you on the team.

Meet Paul Davis!

From delivering major infrastructure projects across Ireland, the UK and Australia to helping grow Whittens' presence in Queensland, we're pleased to welcome Paul Davis to the team as our new Project Delivery Lead, based on the Sunshine Coast.

With extensive experience leading complex civil infrastructure projects, Paul will play a key role in identifying new opportunities, strengthening client relationships and leading the safe, high-quality delivery of projects across Queensland.

"I'd heard great things about Whittens from both clients and people who had worked here. When the opportunity came, it was a challenge I wanted to be part of. Building relationships with people – clients, colleagues and contractors - has always motivated me and this aligns with Whittens’ values as a company.”

For Paul, successful project delivery is about more than programme and budget. It's about building trust, delivering quality outcomes and creating lasting value for clients.

Away from work, you'll usually find the Irishman exploring south-east Queensland by mountain bike, surfboard or hiking boots, with a camping trip never too far away.

Welcome to Whittens, Paul. We're excited to have you on board as we continue to grow our business in Queensland and across Australia.

Some people talk about safety culture. Others live it.

Congratulations to Charmoon "Sharky" Tumupu, winner of the Keeping Our Mates Safe (KOMS) Cultural Champion Award at our Talbingo NSW worksite.

Sharky embodies the KOMS philosophy every day. Every shift starts with a handshake, a smile and a genuine check-in with every member of the crew.

Throughout the day, he brings positive energy, encouragement and mateship, making sure everyone feels supported and works safely. At the end of the shift, he does not clock off until he knows his mates are safe and accounted for.

What makes Sharky's impact even more powerful is that others have started following his lead. Those simple daily actions - checking in, looking out for your mates and creating a positive work environment - are helping to strengthen our safety culture across the team.

At Whittens, Keeping Our Mates Safe is more than a safety framework, it's the way we work. It's about looking after each other, speaking up and lending a hand.

Congratulations, Sharky, and thank you for showing everyone what KOMS looks like in action. 👏

A chilly evening, a warm welcome and a great atmosphere at JJ Connors Oval! 🏉❄️

Whittens’ Jamie, Justin and Heather joined the Snowy River Bears Rugby League Football Club Inc for Sponsor Day in Jindabyne last Saturday. While the Bears went down to ladder leaders the North Canberra Bears, the club looked after us brilliantly and the strong local support was evident throughout the evening.

As a major sponsor, we’re delighted to support a club that brings the community together — and has grown its junior ranks from 40 to an incredible 120 players this year!

Having established ourselves in the Snowy Mountains, Whittens is proud to invest in the community we’re fortunate to be part of.

Thanks to the Bears for having us - we’re always cheering you on! 🐻