Night Shift Supervisor – Waterfront Construction Lead

John Holland Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary continuance

Salary sacrifice options

Flexible work arrangements

18 weeks paid parental leave

Career development programs

Opportunities to work on Australia’s 0

Job summary

John Holland Pty Ltd is delivering Stage One of the $2.5 billion Waterfront Brisbane project, a 49-storey commercial tower with public spaces. As Night Shift Supervisor you will lead and coordinate a workforce of ~30 across the 3:00pm–1:00am shift, ensuring safe, efficient progress on structural works and early fit-out.

You will work with project teams and subcontractors to maintain productivity, address on-site challenges, and deliver key milestones, with focus on safety, quality, and

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising structural works on major construction projects ($300m+).
• Strong understanding of construction methods and site operations.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
• Experience leading subcontractors, suppliers, and site crews.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, and construction compliance requirements.
• Strong planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to drive productivity and meet programme milestones.
• 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

Leadership

Site supervision

Read drawings

Subcontractor coordination

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Planning

White Card

Education

Construction qualification

White Card

Job description

John Holland Pty Ltd is delivering Stage One of the $2.5 billion Waterfront Brisbane project, a 49-storey commercial tower with public spaces. As Night Shift Supervisor you will lead and coordinate a workforce of ~30 across the 3:00pm–1:00am shift, ensuring safe, efficient progress on structural works and early fit-out.

You will work with project teams and subcontractors to maintain productivity, address on-site challenges, and deliver key milestones, with focus on safety, quality, and