Supervisor - Crane and Rigging

Global Cranes Pty Ltd.; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Cranes Pty Ltd. in NSW is seeking an experienced Supervisor to lead safe, reliable, high-quality site operations across crane hire, construction and maintenance activities.

You will coordinate daily work, supervise staff and contractors, manage labour, plant and equipment, and ensure work is delivered in line with HSEQ and client standards.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or demonstrated equivalent industry experience.
• High Risk Work Licence qualifications with Rigging Intermediate (RI).
• Site-based experience in engineering, construction, maintenance, industrial, crane hire, transport, logistics or heavy industry.
• Proven experience supervising operational teams, contractors or subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of HSEQ requirements, risk management, quality standards and legislative obligations.
• Practical planning, communication and problem-solving skills with sound site decisions.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of productivity, budget, customer expectations and business risk.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe work practices and ensure site activities comply with HSEQ requirements, procedures and client standards.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise site works from start to finish, balancing safety, quality, schedule and client expectations.
• Allocate daily work, communicate priorities and keep workers, contractors and subcontractors informed of timelines.
• Confirm licences, competencies, inductions, risk assessments and safety documentation are current.
• Coordinate labour, plant, equipment, rigging, tooling, materials and subcontractor needs for delivery.
• Monitor progress, perform site/quality inspections and address hazards, incidents, near misses and risks.
• Build relationships with clients, operational leaders, HSEQ, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Maintain site records and support continuous improvement in safety, productivity, service delivery and performance.

Education

Trade qualification or equivalent

High Risk Work Licence RI

Site-based experience in engineering/construction/industrial

Supervising operational teams/contractors

HSEQ knowledge & compliance

Planning/communication/problem-solving

Commercial awareness & risk management

Job description

Global Cranes Pty Ltd. As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings- which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway-you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Freo Group is seeking an experienced Supervisor to lead safe, reliable and high-quality site operations. You will coordinate daily work activities, supervise employees and contractors, manage labour, plant and equipment requirements, and ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with HSEQ, client and operational standards. We’re looking for a hands‑on leader with strong site experience, a minimum Rigging Intermediate (RI) High Risk Work Licence, relevant supervisory qualifications, and proven capability in leading operational teams within crane hire, construction, maintenance, engineering or heavy industry.

What you will be responsible for:

• Lead safe work practices and ensure site activities comply with HSEQ requirements, company procedures and client standards.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise site works from commencement through to completion, balancing safety, quality, schedule and client expectations.
• Allocate daily work, communicate priorities and keep employees, contractors and subcontractors informed of site requirements and timelines.
• Confirm licences, competencies, inductions, risk assessments and required safety documentation are current and complete.
• Coordinate labour, plant, equipment, rigging, tooling, materials and subcontractor requirements for operational delivery.
• Monitor work progress, conduct site and quality inspections, and act early on hazards, incidents, near misses, performance issues and operational risks.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, operational leaders, HSEQ, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate site records and support continuous improvement in safety, productivity, service delivery and operational performance.

What you will bring:

• Relevant trade qualification or demonstrated equivalent industry experience.
• Relevant High Risk Work Licence qualifications, with a minimum of Rigging Intermediate (RI).
• Demonstrated site‑based experience in engineering, construction, maintenance, industrial, crane hire, transport, logistics or heavy industry.
• Proven experience supervising operational teams, contractors or subcontractors.
• Strong working knowledge of HSEQ requirements, risk management, quality standards and legislative obligations.
• Practical planning, communication and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in a site environment.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of productivity, budget, customer expectations and business risk.

Key working Relationships:

You will work closely with the Operations Manager, Branch Manager, HSE Advisor, operational employees, contractors, subcontractors, clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders to support safe and effective service delivery.

Leadership Approach:

Lead by example with safe, professional and values-based behaviour. Communicate expectations clearly and keep people focused on the work that matters most. Develop capability through coaching, feedback, recognition and training support. Promote teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement across site operations. Use the authority of the role to stop or elevate work where an immediate or unacceptable risk exists.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups- where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.