Senior Supervisor Civil - Biloela - Qld

Multicultural Consulting Services (MCS); Biloela; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Meaningful infrastructure projects

Career development

Family-friendly parental leave

Work-life flexibility

Job summary

Multicultural Consulting Services (MCS) seeks a Senior Supervisor (Civil) to lead civil construction on a major solar farm project near Biloela, Central Queensland. FIFO opportunities from Queensland home ports to Gladstone are available, with day-to-day site leadership of crews and subcontractors.

Reporting to the Area Manager, you will drive safety, schedule, cost control and quality across civil works from site prep to completion, coordinating with engineering teams and site management.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification with Construction White Card and driver's license.
• 10+ years in construction with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Experience supervising civil construction activities and coordinating subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods, scheduling, resources and drawings.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving to drive safe, productive site operations.
• Experience on utility-scale renewable energy projects (>100MW) and First Aid certification is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day civil construction operations, supervising site crews and subcontractors to meet safety, quality, productivity and program targets.
• Oversee site preparation, civil works and solar tracker systems, panels, inverters and related infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules, coordinating labour, plant, materials and subcontractors to hit milestones.
• Monitor performance, costs and resources, identify risks, resolve site issues and support reporting.
• Lead daily pre-start meetings, toolbox talks and safety initiatives in line with HSE requirements.
• Collaborate with the Superintendent, Construction Manager, engineers and subcontractors to resolve technical issues and maintain quality.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Communication

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Job Description

About the Employer

A trusted provider of engineering, construction and infrastructure solutions, delivering opportunities for clients, communities and people. Specializing in defense, transport, renewable energy and major infrastructure, the organization combines strong local expertise in complex projects with the global experience and capabilities of an international engineering group. Through engineering innovation, collaborative project delivery and leading sustainability practices, it is helping build a better and more sustainable future.

About the Role and the Project

Be part of one of Central Queensland’s major renewable energy developments, located near Biloela on the traditional lands of the Gangalu Nation People.

The project forms part of a significant solar and battery storage development, delivering 720MWp of solar generation and 600MW/2,400MWh of battery storage, making it one of Queensland’s major renewable energy projects.

For Central Queensland locals, this is an opportunity to work on a major renewable energy development close to home while contributing to Queensland’s clean energy future. FIFO opportunities are also available from Queensland home ports to Gladstone.

Senior Supervisor (Civil)

Are you an experienced civil construction supervisor ready to take the lead on a major renewable energy project?

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Supervisor (Civil) to oversee civil construction activities on a large-scale solar farm project near Biloela in Central Queensland.

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

Reporting to the Area Manager, you will oversee day-to-day civil construction operations, leading supervisors, site crews and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project requirements.

You will coordinate civil construction activities from initial site preparation through to completion, including civil works associated with solar tracker systems, panel installations, inverters and supporting infrastructure.

Working closely with the Superintendent, Construction Manager and engineering teams, you will drive construction progress, manage resources, resolve site challenges and maintain high standards of safety and quality.

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

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day civil construction operations, supervising site crews and subcontractors to achieve safety, quality, productivity and program 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 utilization, 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 license.
• 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.

Benefits

Why join our client?

• Competitive remuneration: Market‑aligned pay that recognizes your performance and contribution.
• Meaningful infrastructure projects: Opportunities to work across rail, roads, defense and renewable energy sectors.
• Career development: A strong focus on continuous learning, professional growth and future leadership.
• Family‑friendly parental leave: Flexible policies designed to support modern family life.
• Work‑life flexibility: Options such as adjusted working hours and job sharing to support individual needs.