Supervisor

Design & Build Recruitment
QueenslandFull time

$130k

Listed 1 Oct 2026

We are currently working with a leading Tier 1 infrastructure and Utilities contractor delivering major infrastructure and capital works programs across South East Queensland.
  
This is a permanent, long-term opportunity for an experienced Utilities Supervisor or Senior Supervisor looking for strong project security, career development and the opportunity to play a key role in major utilities programs.
  
The Role
  
You’ll supervise predominantly capital upgrades across major utilities projects in Brisbane.
  
Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading a sizeable team of direct personnel and subcontractors
  • Supervising utilities maintenance, upgrades and construction works
  • Managing daily site activities, labour, plant, resources and subcontractors
  • Planning and coordinating works to achieve safety, productivity and program targets
  • Leading pre-starts, toolbox talks and daily site coordination
  • Maintaining strong health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
  • Ensuring SWMS, risk controls and corrective actions are implemented.
  • Reporting incidents, near misses and non-conformances and assisting with investigations.
  • Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers and multidisciplinary teams across civil, mechanical and electrical scopes.
  • Providing practical construction input into planning and design.
  • Driving continuous improvement and effective site delivery.
  
About You
  
You’ll ideally have:
  • 5+ years’ experience in a Supervisory role within construction or water industry
  • QBCC Builder Open licence or hold qualifications and experience aligned with Builder Open Licence requirements
  • Relevant trade qualification or equivalent practical experience.
  • Proven experience across water, utilities, civil infrastructure or capital works.
  • Ability to lead direct labour teams and subcontractors.
  • Strong leadership, communication and people management skills.
  • Solid understanding of construction methods, site delivery, safety, quality and risk management.
  • A genuine commitment to maintaining a strong safety culture.
  
What’s On Offer
  • Permanent, long-term employment with a Tier 1 contractor.
  • Strong pipeline of major infrastructure and utilities work.
  • Greater Brisbane-based projects.
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Genuine career progression, training, mentoring and leadership support.
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives, employee discounts and additional benefits.
  • A strong, down-to-earth culture focused on teamwork, innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Opportunity to work on projects delivering meaningful outcomes for local communities.
Apply now or reach out to Jimmy Stewart on 0423 611 276 or Jstewart@designandbuild.com.au