Estimator/Supervisor | Rockhampton

Built Recruitment; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Built Recruitment has partnered with a well-established construction company in Rockhampton to recruit an Estimator/Supervisor. The role combines assessing property damage, estimating repair costs, and supervising trades to ensure timely restorations.

You will oversee building insurance assessments, coordinate trades, liaise with insurers, ensure OH&S compliance, and manage multiple projects. QBCC Supervisors License is mandatory; 3 years supervising; driver's license required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' supervising experience.
• Insurance building experience desirable.
• Trade qualifications in building (carpentry preferred) or related field.
• QBCC Supervisors License or equivalent mandatory.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• Solid computer literacy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Knowledge of OH&S legislation and industry regulations.
• Familiarity with current market rates and trade practices.
• Ability to provide accurate estimates independently.
• Current and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building insurance assessments and prepare detailed reports.
• Supervise building reinstatement works.
• Engage, coordinate, and manage trades throughout restoration.
• Monitor job progress and resolve issues as they arise.
• Liaise with insurance companies and insured parties.
• Organise property access with insured clients.
• Manage disputes and deliver timely resolutions.
• Ensure all works comply with OH&S requirements and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate inspections and sign-offs from building surveyors.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Time management

Trade knowledge in building

Knowledge of OHS legislation

Accurate estimating

Driver's license

Organisational skills

Tools

QBCC Supervisors License

Job description

Great new start. Varied, fast paced role - well supported by management. Excellent salary.

11th September, 2026

The Company
Join a well-established construction company specializing in insurance repairs and strata work. With long-standing partnerships with Australia’s leading insurance companies and loss assessors, this business continues to thrive and grow. Due to increasing demand, they are now seeking an experienced Estimator/Supervisor to join their high-performing team in Rockhampton.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a dual Estimator/Supervisor role where you’ll be responsible for assessing property damage, estimating repair costs, and supervising trades to ensure timely, high-quality restorations. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Conducting building insurance assessments and preparing detailed reports
• Supervising building reinstatement works
• Engaging, coordinating, and managing trades throughout the restoration process
• Monitoring job progress and resolving issues as they arise
• Liaising with insurance companies and insured parties
• Organising property access with insured clients
• Managing disputes and delivering timely resolutions
• Ensuring all works comply with OH&S requirements and contractual obligations
• Coordinating inspections and sign-offs from building surveyors

The Candidate
To be successful in this role, you’ll ideally bring:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a supervising role
• Previous experience in insurance building (highly desirable but not essential)
• Trade qualifications in building (carpentry preferred) or a related field
• QBCC Supervisors License or equivalent (mandatory)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Solid computer literacy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Good knowledge of OHS legislation and industry regulations
• Familiarity with current market rates and trade practices
• The ability to provide accurate estimates independently
• A current and valid driver’s license

The Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career growth opportunities within a reputable company