Field Shutdown Lead: Structural, Fabrication & Mechanical

Shutdowns, Maintenance & Welding; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SMW Group is looking for an experienced Structural Shutdown Supervisor to lead structural, fabrication and mechanical work fronts across CHPP shutdowns and major maintenance projects throughout the Bowen Basin. We are seeking a field leader who can own scopes, organise crews, anticipate issues and drive safe execution to completion.

A Boilermaker/Fabrication or Mechanical trade background is strongly preferred, with proven experience supervising structural and fixed plant works within CHPP or

Qualifications

• S1, S2 & S3 Supervisor competencies are required.
• Relevant Boilermaker/Fabrication, Mechanical or Structural trade qualification.
• Proven Shutdown Supervisor experience within CHPP or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong structural & fabrication knowledge for fixed plant works.
• Experience supervising trade crews during high-intensity shutdowns.
• Knowledge of permit to work, isolations, confined spaces and risk controls.
• Ability to read structural/fabrication drawings and scopes.
• Strong planning and front coordination capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple crews within tight shutdown schedules.
• Demonstrated safety leadership and field presence.
• Current Standard 11, Coal Board Medical and Australian Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural, fabrication and mechanical crews across shutdown activities.
• Manage repairs, replacements, modifications and installations.
• Coordinate work on chutes, bins, hoppers, conveyors and steelwork.
• Review scopes, drawings and work packs prior to execution.
• Ensure labour, tooling, materials and equipment are ready for each front.
• Coordinate permits, isolations and safe access requirements.
• Conduct pre-starts, toolbox talks and field safety verifications.
• Monitor progress and communicate delays or risks early.
• Maintain quality and ensure handback readiness for inspection.
• Communicate clearly with SMW Group crews, management and client reps.
• Lead from the field with safety, productivity and workmanship.

Skills

S1/S2/S3 Supervisor

Boilermaker/Fabrication qualification

Structural knowledge

Shutdown supervision experience

Permit to work & isolations

Reading drawings

Planning & coordination

Safety leadership

Standard 11

Coal Board Medical

Australian Driver's Licence

Education

Boilermaker/Fabrication/Mechanical/Structural trade qualification

Job description

SMW Group is looking for an experienced Structural Shutdown Supervisor to lead structural, fabrication and mechanical work fronts across CHPP shutdowns and major maintenance projects throughout the Bowen Basin. We are seeking a field leader who can own scopes, organise crews, anticipate issues and drive safe execution to completion.

A Boilermaker/Fabrication or Mechanical trade background is strongly preferred, with proven experience supervising structural and fixed plant works within CHPP or