Job Description
Opportunity in a nutshell
This isn't a standard site role.
This is your chance to play a pivotal leadership role on complex, high‐profile automation projects that demand precision, accountability and calm authority.
Daifuku Oceania is a global powerhouse in automation and material handling solutions.
With major projects underway across Brisbane, we're investing in our site leadership capability and are seeking an experienced Site Manager / Senior Supervisor who thrives in technically complex, safety‐critical environments.
If you love being close to action, leading subcontractors, coordinating machinery and keeping safety front and Centre, this is the role for you!
Your Impact
Reporting to the Regional Project Director and operating as the trusted 2IC to the Project Manager, you'll take ownership of on‐site execution, turning plans into progress and challenges into solutions.
You will be the on‐site authority, the connector between trades, engineers, subcontractors and clients; the person who sets the tone for safety, quality and performance.
What You will Be Doing
Lead day‐to‐day site operations across complex automation installation
Coordinate and manage subcontractors across multiple work fronts
Own WHSE on site; safety plans, risk registers, SWMS and compliance
Track progress against schedule and clearly communicate production rates
Support commercial outcomes including budgets, progress claims and variations
Interpret and work confidently from detailed mechanical & electrical drawings
Drive QA, testing, commissioning and on‐site troubleshooting
Represent Daifuku at site and coordination meetings professionally and confidently
Plan and coordinate machinery, conveyors, services and equipment positioning
Support reporting, change control, SAT and project handover
Step up during commissioning and go‐live with flexible hours when required




This is a hands‐on leadership role for someone who enjoys being where the work happens.
What You will Bring: Essential (non-negotiable)
Trade or tertiary qualification in Electrical or Mechanical discipline
Proven experience leading site activities on industrial, automation or installation projects
Strong background managing subcontractors in live, operational environments
High attention to safety: think safe, act safe, home safe
Excellent planning, coordination and time‐management skills
Clear, confident communication at all levels
Ability to read and work from complex design documentation
Solid technical understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems
Comfortable working in secure, high‐compliance sites (e.g. airports)
Added Advantage –not critical
Experience with airport baggage handling systems, logistics automation or conveyors
Safety qualifications (e.g. Cert IV WHS)
Commissioning or go‐live experience in fast‐paced environments
Who Thrives in This Role:
You'll succeed here if you are
Hands‐on and proactivewhere you solve problems before they esc
Calm under pressure; commissioningis busy, and you lead with clarity
Respected on site; being firm, fair and team-oriented
Detail‐driven; without losing sight of the bigger picture
Customer‐focusedwhere you proudly represent the Daifuku brand
Motivated by complex, high‐impact, high‐security projects
Why Daifuku Oceania?
At Daifuku, we don't just build systems; we build careers.
Our values guide everything we do:
Think safe, act safe, home safe
Outstanding service and customer value
Respect, trust and teamwork
Innovation and continuous improvement
Having fun while doing meaningful work
You will join a collaborative, technically brilliant team delivering world‐class automation solutions that keep airports moving and supply chains flowing.
Ready to Step Up?
Whether you're an experienced Site Manager or a strong Senior Supervisor ready for the next level, this role offers real influence, accountability and career growth.

📌 Site Manager - Brisbane (Queensland)
🏢 Daifuku Oceania
📍 Queensland