Construction Supervisor

Zinfra; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zinfra is seeking a Construction Supervisor for Canberra ACT to lead field teams on electricity infrastructure projects, ensuring safe, on-time delivery within budget and meeting quality standards. You will oversee subcontractors and coordinate resources while maintaining strong safety leadership and regulatory compliance.

The role requires experience in utilities or energy projects, strong communication with stakeholders, and the ability to navigate complex operations in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience supervising construction activities in utilities or energy sectors.
• Strong safety leadership and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to lead field teams in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with electricity infrastructure projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise construction crews and subcontractors to deliver outcomes safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate daily field activities and allocate resources for schedules.
• Monitor site safety and WHS compliance.
• Conduct pre-starts, toolbox talks and safety inspections.
• Manage quality to meet project specifications.
• Liaise with clients, authorities and suppliers during delivery.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve site issues.
• Support planning, reporting and progress tracking.

Skills

Supervising teams

WHS knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Construction/Engineering/Trade qualification

Job description

Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Deliveringover$1B portfolio annually,the work we do is essential to bringing energy to our communities safely and reliably, while powering the nation’s energy transition. With a diverse workforce of more than 2,300, we expertly deliver our services across Australia.

About the role

As a Construction Supervisor based in the ACT, you will play a key role in the safe and efficient delivery of electricity infrastructure projects across the region. Leading field-based teams and contractors, you will oversee construction activities from planning through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with project managers, clients, stakeholders and operational teams, you will provide strong site leadership while ensuring compliance with legislative, regulatory and organisational requirements. This role requires a proactive leader who can effectively manage multiple priorities, foster a positive safety culture and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. You will be instrumental in supporting the delivery of critical infrastructure projects that help power local communities and contribute to Australia's evolving energy landscape.

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Supervising construction crews and subcontractors to deliver project outcomes safely and efficiently.
• Coordinating daily field activities and allocating resources to meet project schedules.
• Monitoring site safety performance and ensuring compliance with WHS policies and procedures.
• Conducting pre-starts, toolbox talks and site safety inspections.
• Managing construction quality requirements and ensuring works meet project specifications.
• Liaising with clients, authorities, suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Identifying and mitigating project risks while resolving site-based issues promptly.
• Supporting project planning, reporting and progress tracking activities.
• Promoting a collaborative team culture while mentoring and developing field personnel.

About you

To be selected for interview, your resume should highlight your proven experience supervising construction activities within utilities, infrastructure, energy or related industries. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety leadership, effective stakeholder engagement and successful project delivery. We are seeking an organised and solutions-focused professional who can confidently lead field teams, manage subcontractors and navigate complex operational environments. Strong communication skills, a collaborative approach and the ability to deliver quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment will be highly regarded. Experience working on electricity infrastructure projects and knowledge of relevant industry regulations will be advantageous.

Ensure your resume shares details of:

• Demonstrated experience supervising construction or field delivery teams.
• Strong working knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management and safe work practices.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and project resources.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Relevant qualifications in Construction Management, Engineering, Trade or a related discipline.
• Current White Card and a valid Australian Driver Licence.

Why you should work for us

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future.Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendlyworkplace, flexiblework arrangements, various leave benefits, career developmentpathways, awellbeing program, and more.

WeknowZinfra isa great placeto belong—butdon’tjust take our word for it;hear our team members share what working atZinfra means to them.

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyonebenefitsfrom broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate.We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans,people living with a disabilityand members of the LGBTIQA+ community.If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Recruitment Process

During our recruitment process, youmaybe requiredto undertakepre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check.