Position Overview

Site Supervisor in Gold Coast, QLD, Australia is a key role within Leighton Group Australia responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects. The position requires proven industry experience, strong stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to safety, quality and environmental management. Candidates will be expected to coordinate with cross-functional teams, drive on-time delivery and support continuous improvement initiatives across projects. The role demands excellent communication skills, commercial awareness and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive, collaborative approach with clients and subcontractors. The successful candidate will contribute to project planning, risk management and delivery optimisation while upholding Leighton Group Australia values.

Role Description

Site Supervisor based in Gold Coast, QLD, Australia will be responsible for detailed planning, coordination and delivery of assigned works within a multi-disciplinary project environment. This includes preparing and reviewing technical documentation, leading coordination meetings, supervising on-site activities and ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual obligations. The role requires proactive identification and management of risks, driving continuous improvements in productivity, and promoting a safety-first culture across the workforce. The successful applicant will manage stakeholder expectations, deliver against programme milestones and work closely with procurement, design and construction teams to resolve complex interface issues. Additional responsibilities include mentoring junior staff, contributing to project controls and reporting, and participating in design for constructability reviews to ensure practical, cost-effective solutions are implemented on site.

Requirements & Skills

• Minimum 3–5 years supervisory experience on construction or civil projects.
• Demonstrated competence in leading small to medium site teams and managing subcontractors.
• Proven safety leadership with ability to run toolbox talks, SWMS and job safety assessments.
• Familiarity with site documentation, daily reporting and plant coordination.
• Cert IV in Building and Construction or equivalent trade experience preferred.
• Australian work rights or appropriate visa required.

Education & Qualifications

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management) or equivalent trade qualifications and proven supervisory experience.

Benefits Package

Standard employee benefits.