Foreman/Supervisor - Services and Finishes

Foreman / Supervisor – Services & Finishes
Location: Maroochydore, QLD
Salary: Market-competitive salary package, negotiable
Project: SOL Apartments

Due to the continued growth and delivery requirements of the SOL Apartments project, we are seeking an experienced Foreman / Supervisor – Services & Finishes to join our established project team in Maroochydore.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on construction professional to play a key role in coordinating building services and internal finishes on a landmark multi‑storey residential development on the Sunshine Coast.

About Us

For more than a century, Paynter Dixon has contributed to the delivery of projects that help shape communities across Australia. As a family‑owned business established in 1914, our longevity has been built on strong relationships, dependable delivery, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

Today, we continue to evolve alongside the industry, combining experience with forward‑thinking practices to deliver smarter and more sustainable outcomes. We encourage our people to think proactively, challenge conventional approaches, and take accountability for the work they do, creating a culture built on collaboration, trust, and continuous improvement.

At the core of our business is a belief that lasting success comes from the strength of our partnerships — with our clients, subcontractors, and teams. By fostering a safe, solutions‑focused, and adaptable working environment, we consistently strive to exceed expectations and deliver projects with confidence and integrity.

As we continue expanding our presence in Queensland, we bring with us the capability, stability, and reputation that have underpinned Paynter Dixon's success for generations, while building new relationships focused on long‑term value and shared success.

About You

Coordinate Trades. Drive Quality. Deliver Excellence.

At Paynter Dixon, we don't just construct buildings — we create environments that make a lasting impact. With a strong reputation across the commercial, education, health, aged care, industrial and residential sectors, we are seeking a capable and experienced Foreman / Supervisor to oversee services and finishes on our growing Queensland construction team.

You are a practical, organised and proactive construction professional who understands the importance of trade coordination, construction sequencing, and quality workmanship. You take pride in maintaining programme momentum, resolving site issues before they affect progress, and ensuring subcontractors deliver their works safely and to the required standard.

With a strong understanding of building services interfaces and internal finishing trades, you can coordinate multiple work fronts, maintain high standards of presentation and workmanship, and drive activities through to completion.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established project team and contribute to the successful delivery of a major residential development.

The Project – SOL APARTMENTS, MAROOCHYDORE

SOL Apartments is one of the first major residential developments within the Maroochydore City Centre and forms part of the broader transformation of the emerging CBD.

Delivered for Walker, the project comprises two multi‑storey residential towers above a podium structure, incorporating residential apartments, podium car parking,



activated ground‑floor spaces, integrated landscaping and premium resident amenities.

As Foreman / Supervisor – Services & Finishes, you will play an important role in coordinating the building services and finishing stages of this complex residential project.

You will gain exposure to:

- Multi‑storey residential construction and apartment delivery.
- Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and fire services coordination.
- Services rough‑in, installation, testing, and commissioning interfaces.
- Wall and ceiling systems, plastering, painting and internal finishes.
- Tiling, flooring, joinery, doors, hardware and final fit‑off.
- Coordination of services above ceilings and within walls, risers, and service cupboards.
- Apartment‑by‑apartment sequencing and floor‑by‑floor delivery.
- Defect prevention, inspections, rectification, and quality close‑out.
- Trade coordination, site logistics and programme management.

This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to a landmark Sunshine Coast development while building your career with a respected Tier 2 contractor offering a strong pipeline of future work.

The Role

Reporting to the Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day‑to‑day coordination and supervision of building services and finishing trades, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project programme, drawings, specifications and quality expectations.

You will work closely with the Site Manager, Project Manager, Project Engineers, services consultants and subcontractors to coordinate trade interfaces, manage work sequencing, and maintain progress across multiple areas of the project.

Your focus will be on achieving quality outcomes, minimising rework, maintaining productivity and ensuring completed areas are ready for inspection, testing, commissioning, and handover.

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise and coordinate daily site activities across building services and finishing trades.
- Coordinate mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and fire services contractors to ensure works are properly sequenced and integrated.
- Manage the progression of services installation, fit‑off and associated inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Coordinate internal finishing trades, including plasterboard, ceilings, painting, tiling, flooring, joinery, doors, and hardware.
- Plan and coordinate floor‑by‑floor and apartment‑by‑apartment work sequences to maintain programme milestones.
- Identify and resolve clashes between building services, structure, ceilings, walls, and architectural finishes.
- Review construction drawings and specifications to identify potential coordination issues before work proceeds.
- Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity, workmanship, and adherence to agreed programmes.
- Coordinate site access, material deliveries, work areas, and trade interfaces to minimise disruption and delays.
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality, identify defects,



and ensure works comply with project requirements.
- Work with Project Engineers and consultants to coordinate inspections, resolve technical issues, and close out outstanding items.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, site presentation and workplace health and safety.
- Ensure subcontractors comply with approved SWMS, safety procedures, and project‑specific requirements.
- Proactively identify programme risks, incomplete works, and trade constraints, implementing solutions in consultation with the site team.
- Coordinate defect rectification, progressive inspections, and preparation of completed areas for handover.
- Maintain clear communication with the broader project team to ensure priorities, expectations and programme requirements are understood.

To Be Successful

- Previous experience as a Foreman, Site Supervisor or Services and Finishes Supervisor within the building and construction industry.
- Experience delivering commercial, residential, multi‑storey, or mixed‑use construction projects.

- A strong understanding of building services coordination and internal finishing trades.
- Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and managing concurrent work fronts.
- The ability to interpret architectural, services and construction drawings.
- A sound understanding of construction sequencing, short‑term programming, and site logistics.
- Experience managing quality inspections, defects, rectification, and project close‑out.
- A strong understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast‑paced site environment.
- A practical, solutions‑focused approach to resolving construction and coordination challenges.

Our Ideal Candidate

- A hands‑on leader who takes ownership of daily site operations.
- Proactive and organised, with the ability to anticipate issues before they affect programme delivery.
- Quality‑driven, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to getting the job done right the first time.
- An effective communicator who can coordinate multiple trades and maintain positive working relationships.
- Confident managing competing priorities and maintaining momentum across multiple floors and work areas.
- Practical and solutions‑focused, with the ability to resolve trade interfaces and sequencing challenges.
- Committed to maintaining safe, clean, and well‑organised work areas.
- Focused on delivering a high‑quality finished product and achieving successful project handover.

Why Paynter Dixon?

- The opportunity to work on a landmark Sunshine Coast residential development.
- A collaborative and supportive project environment.
- Competitive remuneration, negotiable based on experience.
- Long‑term career opportunities with a growing Queensland business.
- Exposure to complex, multi‑storey construction and high‑quality residential finishes.
- Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your construction career.
- A workplace that values safety, quality, professional development, and continuous improvement.

If you're an experienced Foreman or Supervisor who takes pride in coordinating trades, maintaining quality, and delivering projects to a high standard, we'd love to hear from you.

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📌 Foreman/Supervisor - Services and Finishes (Maroochydore)
🏢 Paynter Dixon
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