Waterfront Maintenance Supervisor - Marine Projects Safety

Austal-7

Cairns Regional

On-site

AUD 95,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Austal is seeking a Waterfront Supervisor in Cairns to drive performance of Planned Maintenance and Corrective Maintenance across depot and service visits, while maintaining vessels within class. The role requires coordinating with program teams and line managers in line with Austal policies and safety standards.

You will plan work, ensure quality, and safely deliver scope, while supporting resources, schedules, and cost controls.

Qualifications

Construction safety induction (white card) is required.
PM/CM supervision within marine or maintenance is essential.
Knowledge of safety management practices incl. confined spaces, heights, energised systems, permits and JSEA.
Experience in planning, scheduling, trade and service time management & de-confliction.
Experience in internal/external dispute resolution and negotiations.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute work lists; ensure quality control of scope.
Safely deliver work scope and ensure compliance.
Support safe, on‑time, on‑budget delivery of contracted work.
Assist program managers with resources and contractor management.
Plan project and maintenance task activities; monitor schedule adherence.
Monitor and report on financials and cost controls.
Communicate expectations to all stakeholders; coordinate with project teams.
Ensure compliance with ISO standards and program specifications; follow environmental and safety requirements.