Supervisor - SMP, Mechanical, Structural & FRP Works (Hands on role)

MCA Engineering; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Competitive salary

Career progression

Safety culture

Job summary

MCA Engineering is seeking an experienced hands-on Supervisor to lead crews across structural, mechanical, piping and FRP projects in mining and industrial sectors. The role is based in Thornton NSW with travel to sites across NSW, QLD and interstate on a roster, and involves both surface and underground environments.

You will lead by example, supervise daily activities, maintain safety standards and ensure projects are delivered on time and to the highest quality.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified or previous hands-on industry experience.
• NSW Supervisor ticket (G1, G8 or G9) or equivalent.
• Strong hands-on experience across FRP, structural, mechanical and piping construction works.
• Previous supervisory experience in mining, construction or heavy industry.
• Underground mining experience highly regarded.
• Strong leadership with a practical "lead from the front" mindset.
• Additional tickets (confined space, working at heights, operator, non slew crane) advantageous
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside teams across SMP and FRP (form, reo & pour) scopes
• Actively participate in site works while supervising daily activities
• Coordinate daily site activities to meet project timelines and budgets
• Ensure all works are delivered safely and in line with specifications
• Drive strong WHS compliance and lead by example on the tools and on site
• Mentor tradespeople and apprentices to build a high-performing team
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and clients

Skills

Leadership

Hands-on supervision

WHS compliance

Team mentoring

Education

Trade qualification

NSW Supervisor ticket (G1/G8/G9)

Tools

FRP works

Piping construction

Structural works

Mechanical works

Job description

Supervisor - SMP, Mechanical, Structural & FRP Works (Hands on role)

Location: Thornton NSW (with project travel)

About MCA Engineering

MCA Engineering delivers innovative solutions and expert advice to the minerals and construction sectors across Australia. We work across mining, industrial and construction projects and are known for our strong safety focus, quality standards and experienced team.

About The Role

We’re looking for an experienced hands-on Supervisor to lead crews across structural, mechanical, piping and FRP projects across mining and industrial projects.

This isn't a desk job. You'll be leading by example-supervising crews while remaining actively involved in the work when required. You'll coordinate daily site activities, maintain safety standards and ensure projects are delivered on time and to the highest quality.

The role is based from our Thornton office and involves regular travel to projects throughout NSW and QLD and Interstate as applicable on a roster, working across both surface and underground mining environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside teams across SMP and FRP (form, reo & pour) scopes
• Actively participate in site works while supervising daily activities
• Coordinate daily site activities to meet project timelines and budgets
• Ensure all works are delivered safely and in line with specifications
• Drive strong WHS compliance and lead by example on the tools and on site
• Mentor tradespeople and apprentices to build a high-performing team
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and clients

About You

• Trade qualified or previous hands-on industry experience
• NSW Supervisor ticket (G1, G8 or G9) or equivalent
• Strong hands-on experience across FRP, structural, mechanical and piping construction works.
• Previous supervisory experience in mining, construction or heavy industry
• Underground mining experience highly regarded
• Strong leadership with a practical "lead from the front" mindset.
• Additional tickets (confined space, working at heights, operator, non slew crane) advantageous
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing

What We Offer

• Full-time role
• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to work across diverse and challenging projects
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
• Long-term career progression within a growing company