Lead Mechanical Projects Supervisor – 5/2 or DIDO

Globalec; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent long-term opportunity

Roster option (5/2 or DIDO)

Competitive hourly rates

Accommodation provided

Leadership progression

Supportive team culture

Job summary

MFE is expanding its team in Chinchilla and Toowoomba and is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Supervisor. This hands-on leadership role manages trades crews, delivers safe, on-time, high-quality project outcomes, and builds strong client relationships across Surat Basin projects.

You will supervise maintenance and project scopes, coordinate daily site activities, and mentor teams while championing safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualification (Fitter, Boilermaker or similar).
• Previous experience supervising mechanical or heavy industry work crews.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to mentor teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a site-based environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Experience within mining, energy, oil & gas, or industrial services highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise mechanical trades teams across maintenance and project scopes.
• Deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate daily site activities, contractors, materials, and resources.
• Drive a strong safety-first culture and ensure compliance across all works.
• Build and maintain positive client and stakeholder relationships onsite.
• Monitor project progress, provide reporting updates, and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical trades supervision

Leadership

Communication

Multi-priority management

Safety culture

Industry experience

Job description

MFE is expanding its team in Chinchilla and Toowoomba and is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Supervisor. This hands-on leadership role manages trades crews, delivers safe, on-time, high-quality project outcomes, and builds strong client relationships across Surat Basin projects.

You will supervise maintenance and project scopes, coordinate daily site activities, and mentor teams while championing safety, quality and continuous improvement.