Saunders International is a leading, Australian-based ASX-listed company, committed to providing engineering services to the energy, defence, infrastructure and resource sectors. Firmly focused on safety, Saunders spans over 70 successful years. We are proud of our ever-expanding portfolio of projects covering tank and bridge engineering and construction, terminal expansions, infrastructure remediation, technical EPCM services and industrial electrical/process automation solutions.

Due to our ongoing growth, we are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to join the Saunders International team. The position is a full-time opportunity, based in Cairns.

THE ROLE

The responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

Supervise construction activity and team members including direct Leading Hands, Tradespeople and Apprentices.
Deliver work in accordance with design method statements and drawings.
Complete labour task activity time keeping for all Projects assigned daily.
Plans the work and ensures that deadlines are met.
Computer based work overseeing projects.
Report potential industrial relation problems.
Planning and forecasting of manning levels in co-operation with the PM.
Ensure quality work is maintained by all personnel and sub-contractors.
Ensure correct materials ordering procedures are adhered to by checking received materials against packing list and notifying project management team if there are any discrepancies.
Complete ITPs, weld maps and any other quality records with assistance from the construction supervisor.
Conduct safety observations and site safety audits and ensure they are uploaded to the MyOSH system weekly.
Provide input to project schedule updates.
Prepare and run toolbox meeting and pre-start meeting with the team.
Review of existing SWMS for further enhancement and present content of SWMS to the team.
Review application of procedures against activities in the field to confirm that they are appropriate for the task and that personnel comply. If appropriate, make recommendations to update procedures if they are not practical for implementation.

Essential

ABOUT YOU

Trade qualification
Drivers License
General WHS Construction Induction Card
Current RTO competencies
Provide First Aid HLTAID011
Work at Heights RIIWHS204E
Confined Space Enter and Work RIIWHS202E
Computer Literate
Willing to review tasks and determine how they can be executed best to improve productivity.
Be flexible and open to different approaches, ideas, and ways of working to meet changing needs.

Desirable

5 years’ Supervisory experience in the tank building industry.

The Benefits

At Saunders, we invest in our people because we believe it makes our team stronger and better equipped to deliver on our promise and values of OneTeam, Zero Harm, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Respect.

Market competitive remuneration
Exposure to resources industry
Flexible working arrangements negotiable with job requirements
Supportive workplace culture
Paid parental leave
Wellbeing leave days
Cost of Living Discounts
Employee Assistance Program

Saunders embraces the values of an innovative and diverse workforce and recognises that inclusion sets us all up for success. All suitably qualified or experienced applicants will be considered.

How To Apply

To apply, please click the apply button and upload a copy of your resume. The successful applicants must have full working rights in Australia, be able to provide contactable references, complete a criminal record check and undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug & alcohol screening.

We appreciate the time and effort that goes into each application. Unfortunately, because of the volume of applications we receive, we aren’t able to respond to every applicant.

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