Senior Mechanical Supervisor - Major Rail Infrastructure

Webuild S.p.A.; Burwood; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Webuild S.p.A. leads Terra Verde Joint Venture in delivering major tunnel infrastructure in Melbourne. We seek a Mechanical Supervisor to coordinate on-site teams, manage plant installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance to meet project standards.

The role requires strong leadership, safety focus, and clear communication with the Mechanical Superintendent, engineers, suppliers and subcontractors to optimise performance and minimise downtime.

Qualifications

• Experience with large infrastructure projects at Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors is preferred.
• Proven track record delivering large work packages.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to site safety standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.
• Experience in budget control and site delivery management.
• Self-motivated with exceptional leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-site teams to deliver mechanical, plant and equipment activities efficiently.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of plant per project requirements.
• Plan and coordinate daily maintenance across all site mechanical assets to minimize downtime.
• Manage spare parts, servicing schedules and maintenance priorities with engineers.
• Forecast material, tooling and machinery needs to support daily operations.
• Conduct inspections and maintain maintenance records and reports.
• Collaborate with Safety, Quality and Environmental teams to comply with standards.
• Build relationships with project teams, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support continuous improvement of plant reliability and reduce stoppages.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Verbal and written communication

Client/stakeholders management

Budget control

Self-motivated

Relationship building

MS Office / computer literacy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Webuild S.p.A. leads Terra Verde Joint Venture in delivering major tunnel infrastructure in Melbourne. We seek a Mechanical Supervisor to coordinate on-site teams, manage plant installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance to meet project standards.

The role requires strong leadership, safety focus, and clear communication with the Mechanical Superintendent, engineers, suppliers and subcontractors to optimise performance and minimise downtime.