Construction Supervisor

EDMS Australia; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EDMS Australia is seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor with a strong mechanical background to lead a crew on site at projects across Mining, Sugar and Gas sectors in North Queensland.

You will oversee day-to-day construction activities, coordinate trades, and ensure work is completed safely and to specification, with close collaboration with Project Managers and clients to keep projects moving and achieve high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Trade Qualified Boilermaker with strong mechanical background.
• 2–5 years' experience in a Construction Supervisor or similar leadership role.
• Experience in Mining, Sugar and Gas environments.
• Proven ability to supervise and coordinate tradespeople and site activities.
• Strong understanding of construction, fabrication and mechanical works.
• Confident communicator with clients, project teams and the workforce.
• Hands‑on approach, strong work ethic and commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities, coordinate crews and resources.
• Maintain project schedules and ensure work is completed safely and to specification.
• Work closely with Project Managers, workshop teams and clients to keep projects moving and deliver quality outcomes.

Skills

Trade Qualified Boilermaker

2–5 years supervisory experience

Mining, Sugar and Gas industry know‑h2

Strong communication

Safety and quality focus

Education

Trade Qualified Boilermaker

Job description

EDMS Australia is growing, securing new clients and taking on exciting projects across the Mining, Sugar and Gas industries. We're looking for an experienced Construction Supervisor with a strong mechanical background (ideally a Trade Qualified Boilermaker) to join our team.

We want someone who knows the industry, understands what it takes to get a job done and can confidently lead a crew on site.

The role:

EDMS Australia is growing, securing new clients and taking on exciting projects across the Mining, Sugar and Gas industries. We're looking for an experienced Construction Supervisor with a strong mechanical background (ideally a Trade Qualified Boilermaker) to join our team.

We want someone who knows the industry, understands what it takes to get a job done and can confidently lead a crew on site.

The role:

You’ll oversee day-to-day construction activities, coordinate crews and resources, maintain project schedules and ensure work is completed safely and to specification.

You’ll work closely with Project Managers, workshop teams and clients to keep projects moving and deliver quality outcomes.

What's in it for you?

• Join an established and growing North Queensland business with exciting new clients and projects.

• Work from our large, modern fabrication workshop and across a variety of project sites.

• A mix of local and away work – so you're not constantly living out of a suitcase.

• A genuine focus on work-life balance and getting our people home to their families.

• Variety across Mining, Sugar and Gas projects.

• Work alongside an experienced team with strong workshop and project support.

• Be part of a business investing in its future, facilities and people.

What we're looking for:

• Trade Qualified Boilermaker or strong mechanical trade background.

• 2–5 years' experience in a Construction Supervisor or similar leadership role.

• Experience in Mining, Sugar and Gas environments.

• Proven ability to supervise and coordinate tradespeople and site activities.

• Strong understanding of construction, fabrication and mechanical works.

• Confident communicator who can work with clients, project teams and the workforce.

• A hands‑on approach, strong work ethic and commitment to safety and quality.

About EDMS Australia

We’re a North Queensland engineering, manufacturing and construction company with a growing client base and an expanding pipeline of work. With our substantial fabrication workshop and increasing opportunities across multiple industries, there’s plenty happening at EDMS.

If you have the experience to lead a crew, the mechanical knowledge to understand the work and want to be part of a growing business that values success and work‑life balance, we’d like to hear from you.