Senior Supervisor
Job Description
Brand:  Symal
Job Location:  Townsville Office
Posting Start Date:  16/07/2026
Job Search Category:  Site Supervision

Senior Supervisor – Earthworks | Major Civil Infrastructure Project | FIFO 2/1 Roster | 30% FIFO Uplift

Lead the delivery of major earthworks on a landmark civil infrastructure project.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Supervisor – Earthworks to join a major civil infrastructure project and play a key role in delivering large-scale earthworks safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with the Project Manager and Engineering team, you will oversee day-to-day site operations, lead supervisors and subcontractors, and ensure works are delivered on schedule while maintaining a strong safety culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and has extensive experience managing large civil earthworks projects.

About the Role

 

As the Senior Supervisor, you will:

  • Lead and coordinate daily earthworks operations across the project
  • Supervise site teams, subcontractors and plant resources
  • Ensure works are delivered safely on time and to specification
  • Plan and coordinate construction activities to meet project milestones
  • Monitor productivity, quality and project performance
  • Drive compliance with WHS, environmental and quality standards
  • Conduct pre-starts, toolbox talks and site inspections
  • Work closely with Project Engineers and the Project Manager to resolve construction challenges
  • Manage subcontractor performance and site logistics
  • Promote a positive, high-performing and safety-focused team culture

 

About You

You'll bring:

  • Extensive experience supervising large civil earthworks projects
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple crews
  • Background in bulk earthworks, roads, bridges, renewable energy or major infrastructure projects
  • Excellent knowledge of construction sequencing and site operations
  • Proven ability to coordinate subcontractors and plant efficiently
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality and environmental compliance
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Current Driver's Licence and White Card

 

What's on Offer

  • FIFO 2/1 roster
  • 30% FIFO uplift
  • Return flights provided
  • Fully maintained accommodation
  • All meals provided while on site
  • Opportunity to work on a major earthworks project
  • Long-term career opportunities with a leading civil infrastructure contractor
  • Supportive leadership team and ongoing career development

 

A career with us

At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Symal.

  • Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
  • Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
  • Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
  • Stay social: People are the core of Symal. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.

 

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Information at a Glance

Symal acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands upon which we work, live and socialise. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who we recognise as Australia’s First Peoples whose cultural practices continue today.