Job Description
Opportunity in a nutshell n
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.
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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.
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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 n
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.
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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 n
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Lead day‐to‐day site operations across complex automation installation
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Coordinate and manage subcontractors across multiple work fronts
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Own WHSE on site; safety plans, risk registers, SWMS and compliance
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Track progress against schedule and clearly communicate production rates
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Support commercial outcomes including budgets, progress claims and variations
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Interpret and work confidently from detailed mechanical & electrical drawings
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Drive QA, testing, commissioning and on‐site troubleshooting
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Represent Daifuku at site and coordination meetings professionally and confidently
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Plan and coordinate machinery, conveyors, services and equipment positioning
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Support reporting, change control, SAT and project handover
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Step up during commissioning and go‐live with flexible hours when required
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This is a
hands‐on leadership role
for someone who enjoys being where the work happens.
What You will Bring:Essential (non-negotiable) n
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Trade or tertiary qualification in
Electrical or Mechanical
discipline
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Proven experience leading site activities on industrial, automation or installation projects
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Strong background managing subcontractors in live, operational environments
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High attention to safety:
think safe, act safe, home safe
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Excellent planning, coordination and time‐management skills
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Clear, confident communication at all levels
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Ability to read and work from complex design documentation
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Solid technical understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems
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Comfortable working in secure, high‐compliance sites (e.g.



airports)
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Added Advantage –not critical n
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Experience with
airport baggage handling systems, logistics automation or conveyors
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Safety qualifications (e.g.
Cert IV WHS
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Commissioning or go‐live experience in fast‐paced environments
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Who Thrives in This Role: n
You'll succeed here if you are
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Hands‐on and proactive
where you solve problems before they esc
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Calm under pressure; commissioning
is busy, and you lead with clarity
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Respected on site
; being firm, fair and collaborative
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Detail‐driven
; without losing sight of the bigger picture
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Customer‐focused
where you proudly represent the Daifuku brand
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Motivated by complex, high‐impact, high‐security projects
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Why Daifuku Oceania? n
At Daifuku, we don't just build systems; we build
careers
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Our values guide everything we do:
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Think secure, act safe, home safe
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Outstanding service and customer value
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Respect, trust and teamwork
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Innovation and continuous improvement
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Having fun while doing meaningful work
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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? n
Whether you're an experienced
Site Manager
or a solid
Senior Supervisor
ready for the next level, this role offers real influence, accountability and career growth.
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📌 Site Manager - Brisbane (Queensland)
🏢 Daifuku Oceania
📍 Queensland