Mechanical Project Supervisor

Global Engineering & Construction; Chinchilla; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

MFE is seeking a Mechanical Project Supervisor to join the team in Chinchilla, Queensland. This hands-on leadership role focuses on supervising trades, delivering quality outcomes, and maintaining strong client relationships across a diverse portfolio of mechanical projects.

You will lead maintenance and project scopes, drive safety, and coordinate resources to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery within the Surat Basin region.

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualification (Fitter, Boilermaker or similar).
• Experience supervising mechanical or heavy industry work crews.
• Strong leadership and communication; ability to mentor teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a site-based environment with safety focus.
• Experience in mining, energy, oil & gas, or industrial services preferred.

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

Leadership

Communication

Prioritization

Safety compliance

Site coordination

Education

Mechanical trade qualification (Fitter, Boilermaker or similar)

Job description

Introduction:

About Us

Established in 2011, MFE is a trusted mechanical, fabrication and engineering services provider supporting clients across the resources, energy and infrastructure sectors throughout Queensland. With operations in Chinchilla and Toowoomba, MFE has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality project work, workshop fabrication and site maintenance services.

As part of Global Group, MFE combines the strength of a growing Australian-owned group with the hands-on, regional capability and strong client relationships we’re known for. Together, we offer broader project exposure, career opportunities and the chance to contribute to major projects across Australia.

Description:

About The Role

MFE is continuing to grow across critical energy and industrial projects, and we’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Supervisor to join the team in Chinchilla.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for mechanically minded supervisors who thrive in fast-paced site environments and are passionate about leading trades teams, delivering quality outcomes, and building strong client relationships.

Working across a diverse portfolio of mechanical project scopes, you’ll play a key role in driving safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery across the Surat Basin region.

With purpose, respect and a driven mindset, you’ll contribute by:

• 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.

Here’s what you’ll need to thrive in this role:

• 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.

Why Join MFE?

• Permanent long-term opportunity with ongoing project pipeline
• 5/2 or DIDO 12/9 roster offering strong work-life balance
• Competitive hourly rates
• Accommodation provided
• Opportunity to step into a growing leadership role within the business
• Supportive team culture with exposure to diverse mechanical projects.

Applicants must hold current Australian work rights.

Skills and Experiences:

All Project Supervisors

Tickets & Qualifications

• 4WD Qualification Mandatory 5 years
• Construction White Card Mandatory NA
• Driver's Licence Mandatory Varies
• Gas Test Atmospheres Mandatory 3 years
• Medical - Fitness For Work (Onshore) Mandatory 3 years
• Santos Work Permit Procedure (Permit Holder) Mandatory NA
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Mandatory 1 year
• Provide First Aid Mandatory 3 years
• Relevant Civil Construction Qualification Desired NA
• Working at Heights (RIIWHS204 or equivalent) Desired 3 years
• Relevant Trade Certificate (Mechanical Trade/Fitter) Desired NA
• Working at Heights (RIIWHS204 or equivalent) Desired 3 years
• Relevant Trade Certificate (Mechanical Trade/Fitter) Desired NA
• Working at Heights (RIIWHS204 or equivalent) Desired 3 years
• Trailer Towing Desired 5 years