Underground & Surface Construction Supervisors – FIFO / Local

MCA Engineering; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2:1 FIFO roster

Immediate start

Career growth

Training opportunities

Job summary

MCA Engineering is seeking experienced Underground & Surface Construction Supervisors to lead underground construction, mechanical and civil works on ongoing mining projects in Mt Isa. You will supervise crews, coordinate daily site activities and ensure safety, quality and timely delivery.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong planning and communication skills while collaborating with clients and site teams. FIFO or local arrangements apply, with immediate start on offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience supervising underground construction projects.
• Proven experience leading underground mining crews.
• Current unrestricted driver’s licence.
• Mining experience is essential.
• Must pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol testing.
• G1/G8/G9 supervisor qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise underground construction, mechanical and civil crews on mining projects.
• Coordinate labour, equipment and subcontractors to meet project schedules.
• Ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to high standards of quality and compliance.
• Liaise with clients, project teams and site personnel to ensure smooth execution.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Site coordination

Planning

Communication

Education

Supervisor qualifications (G1, G8 or G9 or equivalent)

Job description

Underground & Surface Construction Supervisors – FIFO / Local

Please note: This is a FIFO position operating on a 2:1 roster from Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns. We also welcome local applicants.

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

MCA Engineering is seeking an experienced Underground & Surface Construction Supervisors to lead underground construction, mechanical and civil works across ongoing mining projects in Mt Isa. You will be responsible for supervising crews, coordinating daily site activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely and efficiently, and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong planning, communication and problem-solving skills while working closely with clients, project teams and site personnel.

What We Offer

• 2:1 FIFO roster from Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns
• Immediate start
• Supportive team environment
• Career growth, leadership development and ongoing training
• Opportunity to join a growing engineering company

About You

• Minimum 5 years' experience supervising underground construction projects
• Proven experience leading construction, mechanical and/or civil crews in underground mining environments
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Ability to coordinate labour, equipment and subcontractors to meet project schedules
• Excellent understanding of underground mining safety standards and procedures
• Current unrestricted driver's licence
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project documentation
• Mining experience is essential
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol testing
• Supervisor qualifications (G1, G8 or G9 or equivalent) are preferred

Know someone suitable? MCA employees can take advantage of our referral program and earn a cash bonus for successful hires.