Site Supervisors

HQ Migration Solutions; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rix Asset Maintenance is seeking a Site Supervisor to oversee geotechnical stabilization works across Queensland, including drilling, anchor installation, grouting and shotcrete. Strong rope-access leadership, safety focus and project coordination are essential for success in this permanent, full-time role.

Ideal candidates have IRATA rope access experience, a White card and a minimum of 3 years in ground engineering or civil infrastructure. Mining site exposure is an advantage.

Qualifications

• IRATA rope access certification preferred.
• White card and valid driving licence are required.
• Minimum 3 years in ground engineering/civil infrastructure.
• Experience supervising rope access teams and geotechnical works.

Responsibilities

• Supervise rope access crews, subcontractors and equipment.
• Maintain safe working conditions and compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Lead pre-starts, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Complete daily reports and permit documentation.
• Conduct risk assessments and equipment inspections per industry standards.
• Oversee ground support installation and monitor team productivity.

Skills

IRATA rope access

Rope access supervision

White card

Driving licence

Ground engineering

Slope stabilization

Rock bolting

Safety risk management

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Rix Asset Maintenance is seeking experienced Site Supervisors to join our team in QLD, supporting a number of slope stabilization projects across the civil, mining and infrastructure sectors throughout Queensland. Full time positions available with projects located across Queensland.

About the Role

As the Site Supervisor, you will oversee all aspects of geotechnical stabilization works including various Drilling operations, Anchor installation, Grouting, Anchor testing, Rock fall netting and catch fence installation, Steel fixing, Formwork, Concrete, Shotcrete, and Scaling. This role requires a strong leader who can lead and manage rope access construction teams while ensuring safety, productivity, and quality standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision and coordination of rope access crews including subcontractors, suppliers, plant and equipment
• Ensure that plant, equipment, staff and subcontractors operate within safe working conditions and ensure that all operations meet the environmental, safety and legislative requirements
• Conduct pre-starts, toolbox talks, and safety briefings
• Complete daily reports, safety documentation, and permit systems
• Conduct risk assessments, pre-work safety checks and equipment inspections while ensuring compliance is within industry standards
• Oversee installation of ground support systems including rock bolts, mesh, and shotcrete preparation
• Monitor work quality and productivity of rope access teams

Required Qualifications & Experience

• IRATA Rope Access Certification (preferred)
• White card
• Driving licence
• Minimum 3 years experience in ground engineering / civil infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience supervising rope access teams
• Experience in slope stabilisation, scaling, rock bolting, or geotechnical works
• Previous mining site experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of rope access safety procedures and risk management

Key Attributes

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Safety-focused mindset