Night Shift Construction Supervisor | Waterfront Project

John Holland; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Salary continuance

Salary sacrifice options

Flexible work arrangements

18 weeks paid parental leave

Career development programs

Opportunities on iconic projects

Diversity & inclusion culture

Wellbeing support

Job summary

John Holland is recruiting a Night Shift Supervisor for the Waterfront Brisbane project. You will lead and support a workforce of around 30 personnel across the 3:00pm to 1:00am shift, coordinating daily site activities to ensure safe, efficient delivery of structural works and later fit-out.

Initially overseeing structural works and steel installation, you will manage subcontractors, maintain productivity, and report progress to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Carpentry, Formwork, Concrete, Structural Steel, or similar.
• Experience supervising structural works on major construction projects ($300 million+)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and design documentation.
• Experience leading subcontractors, suppliers and site crews.
• Strong knowledge of safety, quality and construction compliance requirements.
• Strong planning, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant construction qualification and White Card.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate teams and subcontractors to achieve project objectives.
• Drive a strong safety, health, and environmental culture across all works.
• Plan and manage daily, weekly, and short-term construction activities.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Prepare and deliver accurate progress reports, shift handovers, and project updates.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and commercial performance within delegated authority.
• Review drawings, designs, and project documentation to support successful delivery.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while promoting proactive risk management.
• Develop and lead site personnel, manage subcontractor performance, and ensure compliance with contractual, industrial, and company requirements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Construction methods

Read drawings

Subcontractor management

Safety & compliance

Planning & coordination

Leadership & team management

Education

White Card (Construction Induction)

Job description

John Holland is recruiting a Night Shift Supervisor for the Waterfront Brisbane project. You will lead and support a workforce of around 30 personnel across the 3:00pm to 1:00am shift, coordinating daily site activities to ensure safe, efficient delivery of structural works and later fit-out.

Initially overseeing structural works and steel installation, you will manage subcontractors, maintain productivity, and report progress to stakeholders.