Job Description
DFP Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Supervisor for a temporary opportunity with withour Queensland Government client based in Cairns.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Supervisor to lead the delivery of building and construction projects across Far North Queensland.
About the role
Monitor project standards, service quality, expenditure and delivery timeframes to ensure agreed outcomes are achieved
Coordinate regional resources to support the effective delivery of construction, maintenance and upgrade projects
Supervise contractors, field staff and office-based teams involved in planned and responsive works
Support the planning, delivery and monitoring of service maintenance, facilities and traditional works programs
Maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders
Promote a safe, respectful and compliant workplace in line with workplace health and safety and human resource practices
Manage staff performance, conduct and development while supporting a positive team culture
About you
Demonstrated experience supervising construction, maintenance, facilities or asset-related works
Robust understanding of building construction, maintenance practices, contract procedures and relevant regulatory requirements
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, resources, contractors and project deadlines




Confident communication skills with the ability to build productive relationships with a range of stakeholders
Sound computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
A construction industry-related trade qualification will be highly regarded but is not mandatory
Mandatory Requirement
A current Workplace Health and Safety General Safety Induction Card
This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful project outcomes while working in a role that offers variety, stakeholder engagement and the chance to lead practical delivery across construction, maintenance and facilities programs.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.
In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process.
If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please *****************and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.

📌 Senior Supervisor (Construction) (Queensland)
🏢 Dfp Recruitment
📍 Queensland