Shutdown Operations Leader – Safe, Efficient, High-Impact Delivery

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Freo Group, supported by Marmon Holdings, is seeking an experienced Shutdown Superintendent to lead heavy shutdown planning, coordination and on-site execution for major projects across Australia. You will drive safe, efficient outcomes by aligning teams, cranes, and resources with client priorities and milestones.

You will mentor high-performing crews, uphold Zero Harm principles, and optimise asset utilisation while navigating complex logistics in fast-paced shutdown environments.

Qualifications

• Extensive operational experience in shutdowns, crane and heavy lifting, mining, or industrial environments.
• Strong planning and scheduling experience coordinating complex shutdown activities and resources.
• Proven leadership capability to mentor teams, drive accountability and build a high-performance culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead shutdown planning and delivery, owning readiness, scheduling and execution for safe, efficient outcomes.
• Coordinate labour, cranes, equipment, transport and resources to meet client requirements.
• Drive performance, oversee activities, resolve challenges and ensure milestones are met.
• Provide visible leadership, coaching and development for operational teams.
• Champion safety and Zero Harm, embedding risk management and compliance across shutdowns.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships with clients and site teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities to enhance planning and productivity.

Skills

Shutdown leadership

Planning & scheduling

Resource coordination

Safety leadership

Stakeholder management

High-risk work knowledge

Education

Trade/technical qualifications

Tools

Cranes & heavy lifting coordination

Job description

Freo Group, supported by Marmon Holdings, is seeking an experienced Shutdown Superintendent to lead heavy shutdown planning, coordination and on-site execution for major projects across Australia. You will drive safe, efficient outcomes by aligning teams, cranes, and resources with client priorities and milestones.

You will mentor high-performing crews, uphold Zero Harm principles, and optimise asset utilisation while navigating complex logistics in fast-paced shutdown environments.