Site Supervisor: Safety‑First Lifting & Operations Lead

Freo Group; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Freo Group Pty Ltd is seeking a hands-on Supervisor to lead day-to-day site operations across Australia’s mining, oil & gas, infrastructure and renewables sectors. You will coordinate labour, plant, rigging and contractors, delivering safe, efficient outcomes for Tier 1 clients while upholding a strong safety culture.

The role requires a trade background with rigging qualifications and proven supervision experience in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or demonstrated equivalent experience in crane hire, construction, mining, maintenance or heavy industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily site operations, delivering safe, efficient, high-quality work.
• Coordinate labour, plant, equipment, rigging, and subcontractor requirements.
• Champion a proactive safety culture via pre-start meetings, toolbox talks, risk assessments.
• Ensure lifting activities comply with legislation, procedures and client specs.
• Provide direction and coaching to employees, contractors and subcontractors.
• Oversee work planning, scheduling, mobilisation and demobilisation.
• Monitor site performance, identify risks and implement solutions.
• Build relationships with clients, operations leaders and stakeholders.
• Ensure plant and rigging are maintained and inspected.
• Maintain accurate site records and safety documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement for safety, productivity and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety culture leadership

Planning and coordination

Communication skills

Lifting operations knowledge

Contractor supervision

Education

Trade qualification

Intermediate Rigging Licence (RI) High Risk Work

Queensland Coal Mining Supervisor qualifications

Job description

Freo Group Pty Ltd is seeking a hands-on Supervisor to lead day-to-day site operations across Australia’s mining, oil & gas, infrastructure and renewables sectors. You will coordinate labour, plant, rigging and contractors, delivering safe, efficient outcomes for Tier 1 clients while upholding a strong safety culture.

The role requires a trade background with rigging qualifications and proven supervision experience in demanding environments.