Demolition Supervisor

Bare Demolition; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bare Demolition seeks a hands-on Demolition Supervisor to run daily operations with a small crew. You will organise activities, assign tasks, monitor safety and productivity, and actively participate in demolition works on site.

You may operate an excavator and other plant, lead toolbox talks, and ensure all work follows SWMS and WHS requirements, with opportunities for long-term career development. This role requires strong communication and practical problem solving in a busy field environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in the demolition industry.
• Experience supervising a small demolition crew.
• Hands-on demolition background with team focus.
• Experience operating an excavator in construction or demolition.
• Strong knowledge of demolition methods and WHS.
• Ability to lead a team while managing own workload.

Responsibilities

• Work hands-on in demolition activities with the team.
• Allocate daily tasks and coordinate site activities.
• Supervise and lead a small team of labourers.
• Operate excavators and other plant when required.
• Conduct pre-starts, toolbox talks, and safety checks.
• Ensure works follow SWMS, WHS, and project specs.
• Maintain productivity while upholding safe work practices.
• Coordinate manpower, plant, tools, and materials daily.

Skills

Demolition supervision

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Excavator operation

Problem solving

Tools

Excavator

Job description

As Demolition Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of demolition works while working hands-on alongside a small team of demolition labourers. Your role will include organising daily activities, allocating tasks, monitoring safety and productivity, and actively participating in demolition works. Depending on the project, you may also be required to operate an excavator and other plant.

Key responsibilities

Work hands-on in demolition activities alongside your team

Engage in discussions to clarify and identify potential issues with methodology using your expertise as supervisor and providing alternative solutions as part of the discussion

Supervise and lead a small team of demolition labourers

Allocate daily tasks and coordinate site activities

Undertake manual and mechanical demolition works

Operate excavators and other plant when required

Conduct pre-starts, toolbox talks and site safety checks

Ensure works are carried out in accordance with SWMS, WHS requirements and project specifications

Maintain productivity while ensuring safe work practices are followed

Coordinate manpower, plant, equipment, tools and materials required for daily works

About you

Minimum 5 years' experience working in the demolition industry

Previous experience supervising or leading a small demolition crew

A strong hands-on demolition background and willingness to work alongside your team

Experience operating an excavator in a demolition or construction environment

Strong knowledge of demolition methods, tools, plant and safe work practices

Good understanding of WHS requirements

Ability to lead a team while maintaining your own daily workload

Good communication and organisational skills

A practical approach to problem solving

Full-time, ongoing employment

Competitive remuneration based on experience

Variety of demolition projects

A practical, hands-on working environment

Well-maintained plant and equipment

Support from an experienced management team

Opportunity for long-term career development