Senior Supervisor

Gamuda Bhd; Biloela; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay benchmarking

Parental leave options

Flexible work options (hybrid/adjusted

Career development opportunities

Job summary

DT Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Supervisor (Civil) to lead day-to-day civil construction activities on the Smoky Creek Solar Farm near Biloela, Central Queensland. The role involves supervising site crews and subcontractors, coordinating civil works, and ensuring safety and quality across the project.

You will work closely with the Superintendent, Construction Manager and engineering teams to manage schedules, resources and construction progress, with FIFO options from Queensland ports to

Qualifications

• Trade qualification with Construction White Card and valid driver's licence.
• Ten years' construction industry experience with at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience supervising civil construction activities and coordinating subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of civil methods, scheduling, resources, and reading technical drawings.
• Excellent leadership and communication to drive safe, productive site operations.
• Experience on utility-scale renewable energy projects (>100MW) is highly regarded and First Aid certified.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day civil construction operations, supervising crews and subcontractors.
• Oversee site preparation, civil works, and solar tracker components.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules and allocate resources.
• Monitor performance, costs and risks; contribute to project reporting.
• Lead daily safety meetings and ensure compliance with HSE, SWMS and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers to resolve technical issues and ensure quality.

Skills

Leadership

Site supervision

Civil construction

Project coordination

Safety culture

Communication

Education

Trade qualification

Construction White Card

Driver's licence

Job description

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we're unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

About the role

About the Smoky Creek Project

Be part of one of Central Queensland’s major renewable energy projects, located near Biloela on the traditional lands of the Gangalu Nation People. The Smoky Creek Project is being delivered by DT Infrastructure for Edify Energy.

The project forms part of a major solar and battery storage energy development, that will deliver 720MWp of solar generation and 600MW/2,400MWh of battery storage, making it one of the largest renewable energy developments currently under construction in Queensland.

For Central Queensland locals, this is an opportunity to work on a major renewable energy project close to home, while contributing to Queensland’s clean energy future.

FIFO opportunities are also available from Queensland home ports to Gladstone.

Ready to take the lead on civil construction activities on one of Central Queensland's major renewable energy developments?

DT Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Senior Supervisor (Civil) to join our team delivering the Smoky Creek Solar Farm, located near Biloela in Central Queensland.

This position offers FIFO opportunities from Queensland home ports to Gladstone, providing the opportunity to take a senior site leadership role on a significant renewable energy project.

Reporting to the Area Manager (Civil), you'll oversee day-to-day civil construction operations, leading supervisors, site crews and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.

You'll coordinate civil construction activities from initial site preparation through to completion, including the civil components of solar tracker systems, panel installations, inverters and associated infrastructure. Working closely with the Superintendent, Construction Manager and engineering teams, you'll be responsible for maintaining construction progress, managing resources and resolving site challenges while driving a strong safety and quality culture.

This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity where you'll have a direct influence on workforce performance, construction productivity and the successful delivery of a major renewable energy project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day civil construction operations, supervising site crews and subcontractors to achieve safety, quality, productivity and programme targets
• Oversee site preparation, civil works and the civil aspects of solar tracker systems, panel installations, inverters and associated infrastructure
• Develop and maintain construction schedules, coordinating labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources to achieve project milestones
• Monitor construction performance, costs and resource utilisation, identifying risks, resolving site issues and supporting accurate project reporting
• Lead daily pre-start meetings, toolbox talks and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with project HSE requirements, SWMS and quality management procedures
• Work closely with the Superintendent, Construction Manager, engineers and subcontractors to resolve technical issues, support inspections and maintain construction quality

About You

• Trade qualification or equivalent, with a Construction White Card and current driver's licence
• Minimum 10 years' construction industry experience, including at least one year leading teams in a similar supervisory role
• Demonstrated experience supervising civil construction activities, managing subcontractors and coordinating site‑based workforces
• Strong understanding of civil construction methodologies, construction scheduling, resource allocation and the interpretation of technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive safe, productive site operations
• Experience delivering utility‑scale renewable energy projects exceeding approximately 100MW highly regarded, along with First Aid certification

Why work for DTI

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.
• Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.
• Fostering your development: We've developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.
• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.
• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone's needs are different in striking the right work‑life integration. Whether it's hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we'll work together to make it work.

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression, unlock personal advantages and apply for our opportunities.