Residential Site Supervisor

GemLife Group; Kilcoy; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle provided

Retail benefits

Career development

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

GemLife Group is seeking an experienced Residential Site Supervisor for our Kilcoy development. You will lead site operations, overseeing subcontractors, plant operators and labourers to ensure high-quality homes are delivered on schedule while maintaining safety.

The role requires a QBCC Licence, high-volume residential construction experience, and a practical, hands-on approach. Applicants should have a valid driver's licence, white card, and be able to work on-site in Queensland.

Qualifications

• QBCC Licence is required.
• Residential construction experience with high volume.
• Driver's Licence and white card.
• Trade background, carpentry preferred.
• Supervisory experience with OHS procedures.
• Strong problem solving and decision making.
• IT competence, ideally Onsite Companion.
• Hands-on, practical on-site approach.
• Remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site operations and lead labourers, plant operators, and subcontractors.
• Ensure homes are delivered on time, safely, and to high quality standards.
• Identify risks early and maintain momentum on-site under pressure.
• Communicate effectively and resolve issues promptly.

Skills

QBCC Licence

Residential Construction

Drivers Licence

White Card

Trade Background

Carpentry

OHS Compliance

Problem Solving

IT Skills

Onsite Companion

Hands-on Approach

Calm Under Pressure

Tools

Onsite Companion

Job description

Are you an experienced Residential Site Supervisor with a passion for delivering high-quality, luxury home? Our new Kilcoy site has commenced construction and we're looking for a driven and a capable professional ready to step into this exciting opportunity.

About QA Build

QA Build is the construction arm behind the highly regarded GemLife communities. With a strong commitment to quality, efficiency, and innovation, we are shaping the future of luxury over-50s living. Our expert teams consistently deliver premium villas with industry-leading build times averaging just 16 weeks.

The Opportunity

Our Kilcoy development (45 minutes inland from Caboolture) will deliver 286 homes, with approximately 3 years of work on-site. Working alongside the Residential Site Manager, you will play a key leadership role in site operations - overseeing Plant Operators, Labourers, and subcontractors to ensure homes are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

We're looking for a confident and decisive leader who communicates effectively, solves problems quickly, and keeps projects running smoothy. You will need to be proactive in identifying risks and maintaining momentum on-site, even under pressure.

To be successful you must:

• Have a QBCC Licence
• Experience in Residential Construction with high volume
• Drivers Licence + white card
• A trade background, carpentry is preferred
• Supervisor experience while following OHS procedures
• Problem solving skills and good decision making
• Competent with IT, preferably Onsite Companion
• Have a practical, hands-on approach ensuring you're present on site and follow through with what you commit to
• Remain calm under pressure while adapting to challenges if they arise

What do we offer:

• Competitive salary, vehicle provided or allowance & retail benefits
• Continuous work at the one location with future sites coming onboard
• Career and leadership development opportunities
• Access to subsidised Fitness Passport - 100's of facilities Australia wide
• Working for an Australian top 50 Builder

Why Join GemLife?

We’re a fast-growing, dynamic company with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. You’ll play a key leadership role, with the opportunity to deliver high-end residential communities.

If you're ready to be part of something big and bring your experience to our new site - apply now with your CV and cover letter so we can learn why you're the new residential site supervisor for Kilcoy!

We only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Residents or candidates with full Australian work rights, we are unable to offer sponsorship.