Supervisor - Crane and Rigging

Freo Group; Southern Downs Regional; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Freo Group is seeking a Supervisory leader to drive safe, efficient site operations at the Karara Mine Site on a FIFO basis. You will coordinate crews, ensure HSEQ compliance, and manage liaising with clients and internal stakeholders.

With a proven track record in crane and rigging supervision on mine sites, you will plan activities, verify inductions, licenses and safety documentation while delivering on time and within budget. FIFO experience is essential.

Qualifications

• S26 Supervisor qualification is mandatory.
• Experience supervising crane and rigging on mine sites.
• Experience working FIFO.
• Trade qualification or demonstrated equivalent industry experience.
• High Risk Work Licence qualifications.
• 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 on a site.
• 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 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.

Skills

S26 Supervisor

Crane supervision

Rigger supervision

FIFO experience

Trade qualification

High Risk Work Licences

HSEQ knowledge

Planning & problem solving

Budget & productivity awareness

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Lead from the front as a Supervisor with Freo Group - FIFO to Karara Mine Site - Drive safe operations and support to your crew.

Job Description:

This role will coordinate daily operations, guide employees and contractors, maintain strong HSEQ standards and help deliver work that meets client, quality and operational requirements.

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:

Statutory S26 Supervisor qualification is non-negotiable.

Crane and Rigger Supervisory experience on Mine sites is required.

Experience working FIFO.

Relevant trade qualification or demonstrated equivalent industry experience.

Relevant High Risk Work Licence qualifications.

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 Relationships:

You will me reporting to the Superintendent and will work closely with:

Operations Manager

Branch Manager

Operational employees

Contractors, Subcontractors

Clients

Internal stakeholders

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 accelerate work where an immediate or unacceptable risk exists.

Ready to lead from the front?

If you bring strong site leadership, practical operational judgement and an unwavering commitment to safety and quality, we would like to hear from you.

Freo Group is Australia’s largest crane hire and logistics company, supporting the nation since 1974. With 21 branches, over 480 cranes, and 1,000+ skilled people, we deliver lifting and logistics solutions across mining, construction, and renewable energy.

Part of Marmon Crane Services Inc. (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we combine global strength with a people-first culture grounded in safety, growth, and care.

We champion our people by creating an environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact.

Freo Group is Australia’s largest crane hire and logistics company, supporting the nation since 1974. With 21 branches, over 480 cranes, and 1,000+ skilled people, we deliver lifting and logistics solutions across mining, construction, and renewable energy.

Part of Marmon Crane Services Inc. (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we combine global strength with a people-first culture grounded in safety, growth, and care.

We champion our people by creating an environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact.